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St. Mary Cathedral School

321 N Otsego Ave Gaylord, MI 49735
Tel: (989) 732-5801
gaylordstmary.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,899
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • St. Mary Cathedral High School is a private, Roman Catholic high school in Gaylord, Michigan.
  • It is located in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Gaylord.
  • As of 2019, the principal is Jerry Belanger.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,899
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. Mary Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body
School Resources
Largest endowments

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeSt. Mary Cathedral School
Pre-K57
Kind30
123
230
331
417
616
712
834
913
1016
1121
1212
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Year Founded
1925
Colors
Blue, White
Campus Size
5 acres

Student Body

Total Students
312 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 19%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$5,899
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Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Online Application
Endowment Size
$60 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: Building the Future through Faith and Knowledge
  • School Mascot: Snowbirds
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Alumni associated with Harvard University -
    • Alumni who attended Michigan Technological University -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary Cathedral School cost?
St. Mary Cathedral School's tuition is approximately $5,899 for private students.
What schools are St. Mary Cathedral School often compared to?
St. Mary Cathedral School is often viewed alongside schools like Grace Baptist Christian School, Otsego Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary Cathedral School?
The acceptance rate of St. Mary Cathedral School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
Who are famous alumni from St. Mary Cathedral School?
St. Mary Cathedral School famous alumni include: Alumni associated with Harvard University and Alumni who attended Michigan Technological University.
What is St. Mary Cathedral School's ranking?
St. Mary Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Cathedral School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Cathedral School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event
Date
First Day of Preschool
September 09, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 27, 2027 (Saturday)
Spring Break
March 28, 2027 (Sunday)

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The average private school tuition in Michigan is $9,304 for elementary schools and $13,825 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Michigan is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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