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 (2025-26)
- 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)
Top Rankings
St. Mary Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Blue, White
Last Day of School
Tue. May 5, 2026
Campus Size
5 acres
Student Body
Total Students
312 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
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)
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 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
Last Day of School
December 19, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break Begins - 11am Dismissal
March 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 28, 2026 (Saturday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2026 (Sunday)
Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Mary Cathedral School vs. Grace Baptist Christian School
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Mary Cathedral School is Grace Baptist Christian School (0.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Otsego Christian School (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Grace Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
232 S Townline Rd
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 732-5676
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 732-5676
0.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 62 students
1377 M-32
Gaylord, MI 49734
(989) 732-8333
Gaylord, MI 49734
(989) 732-8333
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 141 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School
(Catholic)
321 N Otsego Ave
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 732-5801
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 732-5801
0.2 miles
Gr: K-6 | 225 students Avg. class size: 16 students
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(Seventh Day Adventist)
2468 Camp Ausable Rd
Grayling, MI 49738
(989) 264-9462
Grayling, MI 49738
(989) 264-9462
26.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 6 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
St. Michael Academy
(Catholic)
2225 Summit Park Dr
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 489-3302
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 489-3302
26.8 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 29 students
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