St. Mary Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 462 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,280
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: Aug. 15 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Education Association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Mary Catholic School
Pre-K	64
Kind	37
1	48
2	64
3	37
4	47
5	42
6	39
7	43
8	41

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Learning Disabilities, ADD/ADHD

Year Founded

1870

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

462 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 19%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

27 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Aug. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,280

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Tuition Notes

Family Rate for K - 8 More than 3 children, 4th or more are free. 3 Hour 1/2 day 3 & 4 year-old Preschool Program\'s tuition starts at $1800.00 a year for Preschool.

Summer Program Cost Notes

Summer Camp - payment is an hourly rate, family rate offered, payment is based on days you attend.

% on Financial Aid

10%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,100

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Patrick Adams

Admissions Associate

Kathy Falk

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

Alpine SkiingBaseball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

19 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Altar ServersBook Club

Chess ClubEcology Club

Forensics TeamLego Club

National Junior Honor SocietyNewspaper Club

Safety SquadScience Forsenics

Social Studies OlympiadSpanish Club

Stem ClubStudent Council

Tutoring

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubBand Program

Childrens Choir

Recreational Athletic Programs:

TGA Golf

School Notes

When you think of Catholic Schools in Macomb County, St. Mary Catholic School in Mt. Clemens automatically comes to mind. In 1871, St. Peter Parish, along with the Sisters of the Immacuate Heart of Mary, established St. Mary Catholic School. St. Mary School has been a pillar of Macomb County, due to our long-standing commitment to the community and our continued commitment to an academically-sound, faith-filled education for Preschool through 8th Grade students. St. Mary's student population comes not only from Mt. Clemens, but the vast majority of our student population comes from as far north as Romeo, as far east as St. Clair, to our neighboring township communities of Washington, Macomb, Chesterfield, Harrison, and Clinton.

St. Mary Catholic School is accredited through The Michigan Associations of Non-Public School (MANS). We are currently aligning our curriculum with the Catholic Common Core Standards - soon to be adopted throughout the Archdiocese of Detroit.Our Early Childhood Program has been developed to educate the whole child.
The St. Mary Preschool and Kindergarten programs introduce a wide variety of learning opportunities that promote a high-quality educational experience in the areas of creativity, social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. We offer full and half day Preschool and Kindergarten to accommodate the needs of our youngest learners and their families.
Students and faculty use a variety of technological tools including Smart boards, desktop and laptop computers, ELMO document cameras and mp3 technology. Guided Reading instruction is incorporated into all K-5 classrooms. A full-time learning specialist helps offer every student the opportunity to excel in mathematics and reading.
Our religious education program includes weekly Masses for students in Grades 1-8 at our home parish, St. Peter Church. Additionally, all students in Grades 1-8 attend Mass in our school gym each week, with kindergarten students joining for worship inthe spring.
The decision to offer your child a St. Mary education is an investment in the future. Many St. Mary graduates advance to some of the most prestigious Catholic High Schools in Metro Detroit, including De La Salle Collegiate, Regina High School, University of Detroit Jesuit High School Academy and Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School. There our students go on to excel in advanced placement and honors courses and graduate with honors.
St. Mary School offers competitive tuition rates (with other private schools in Macomb County) without extra fees or fundraisers. Tuition assistance is available through the Archdiocese of Detroit. Additional assistance is available for members of the St. Peter Parish family.
We invite you to learn more about St. Mary School via a visit to our campus. Please call Maureen Miscavish, St. Mary Principal, at 586.468.4570 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to meeting you.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Danny DeKeyser - Detroit Red Wing Hockey Player
- Edward Martel III - Pitcher, Major League Baseball

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary Catholic School cost?

St. Mary Catholic School's tuition is approximately $5,280 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of St. Mary Catholic School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.

Who are famous alumni from St. Mary Catholic School?

St. Mary Catholic School famous alumni include: Danny DeKeyser and Edward Martel III.

What sports does St. Mary Catholic School offer?

St. Mary Catholic School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Lacrosse, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball. St. Mary Catholic School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for most sports offered.

What is St. Mary Catholic School's ranking?

St. Mary Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary Catholic School?

The application deadline for St. Mary Catholic School is Aug. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Aug. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Macomb County, MI is $6,167 for elementary schools and $13,010 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Macomb County, MI is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).