Our mission at St. Clare of Montefalco Catholic School is to educate the whole child, spiritually, academically, socially and physically, within a community of faith committed to living out the Gospel message.
By providing a foundation in the doctrines and traditions of Catholicism and by nurturing the special talents and gifts of all members of the school community, we seek to further the kingdom of God.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Clare Of Montefalco School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1923
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Motto
enter to learn and leave to serve
Student Body
Total Students
185 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
69%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Our mission at St. Clare of Montefalco Catholic School is to educate the whole child, spiritually, academically, socially and physically, within a community of faith committed to living out the Gospel message. By providing a foundation in the doctrines and traditions of Catholicism and by nurturing the special talents and gifts of all members of the school community, we seek to further the kingdom of God.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Clare Of Montefalco School often compared to?
St. Clare Of Montefalco School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul Catholic School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Clare Of Montefalco School?
The application deadline for St. Clare Of Montefalco School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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