At St. Mary's School, children grow spiritually and develop a personal connection to God that will serve them for a lifetime.
St. Mary's School offers the highest quality education in a Catholic Christian environment.
You will see the marvelous reality of Catholic education everyday at St. Mary's School.
It is evident in the dedication and integrity of our staff, parents and volunteers.
It is present in the compassion of our students when they help one another or reach out to assist our less fortunate brothers and sisters.
It is evident in the life-long values that our alumni continue to embody long after they've left our door and that our volunteers bring to us everyday when they give so selflessly of their own talents.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
239 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
navy or khaki bottoms; white or blue polo collar tops; formal dress on Friday for Mass
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Mike Devitt, Principal
Admissions Associate
Ann Pendery, Secretary
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Inspired. Rooted. Excellent.
- At St. Mary's School, children grow spiritually and develop a personal connection to God that will serve them for a lifetime.
- St. Mary's School offers the highest quality education in a Catholic Christian environment.
- You will see the marvelous reality of Catholic education everyday at St. Mary's School.
- It is evident in the dedication and integrity of our staff, parents and volunteers.
- It is present in the compassion of our students when they help one another or reach out to assist our less fortunate brothers and sisters.
- It is evident in the life-long values that our alumni continue to embody long after they've left our door and that our volunteers bring to us everyday when they give so selflessly of their own talents.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Mary's School?
The application deadline for St. Mary's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Mary's School is Calvary Christian Schools (5.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Grand Haven Christian School (1.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Little Lakers Learning Center (0.4 miles away)
Show me:
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Little Lakers Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
711 E Savidge St
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-4044
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-4044
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 106 students
1102 Grant Ave
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 842-5420
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 842-5420
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 462 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
525 Taylor Ave
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 842-0260
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 842-0260
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 72 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Calvary Christian Schools
(Christian)
5873 Kendra Rd
Fruitport, MI 49415
(231) 865-2141
Fruitport, MI 49415
(231) 865-2141
5.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 210 students Avg. class size: 17 students
Western Michigan Christian High School
(Christian)
455 E Ellis Rd
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 799-9644
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 799-9644
6.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 327 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School Reviews
Endorse St. Mary's School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles
What Private School Alumni Say a Decade Later
Ten years after graduation, private school alumni reflect on advantages, regrets, career impact, and life lessons—unearthing truths families need to know.
Can Private School Help with College Admissions?
Explore how private schools influence college admissions—advantages, limitations, and what families should expect.
Inside the Daily Life of a Private School Student
Discover what daily life is like for private school students in 2025, from classes and athletics to dining, dorms, and extracurriculars.
