St. James Catholic School in Montague, MI, serves 40 udents from kindergarten through fifth grade in a rural community setting.
Founded in 1875, the school is one of the olde private schools in Michigan.
The school has a udent–teacher ratio of 10:1, supported by 4 full–time teachers.
James Catholic School offers a Catholic co–educational elementary program affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association.
Approximately 5% of the udent body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MI School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. James Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Year Founded
1875
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: We gather to worship God and to serve the needs of His People.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. James Catholic School's ranking?
St. James Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. James Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. James Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. James Catholic School is Muskegon Catholic Central (14.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is New Era Christian School (9.9 miles away)
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New Era Christian School![New Era Christian School Photo - New Era Christian School]( "New Era Christian School Photo - New Era Christian School")
(Christian)
1901 Oak Avenue
New Era, MI 49446
(231) 861-5450
New Era, MI 49446
(231) 861-5450
9.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 89 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
Holton Ev Lutheran School
(Other Lutheran)
6655 Marvin Rd
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-0032
Holton, MI 49425
(231) 821-0032
14.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 22 students
Muskegon Catholic Central![Muskegon Catholic Central Photo]( "Muskegon Catholic Central Photo")
(Catholic)
1145 W Laketon Ave
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 291-0324
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 291-0324
14.6 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 360 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Muskegon Christian School![Muskegon Christian School Photo]( "Muskegon Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
1220 Eastgate St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-3221
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 773-3221
14.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 264 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
West Shore Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
3225 Roosevelt Rd.
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 755-1048
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 755-1048
16.2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 111 students
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