St. Mary's Visitation School is an elementary Catholic school containing preschool through sixth grade.
Our goal is to impart to our students in a Christian atmosphere, a solid foundation in the basic areas of knowledge: religion, reading, math, science, and social studies.
St. Mary's Visitation School strives to give the fullest and best opportunity to respond to the teaching mission of the Church.
Recognizing that each child is unique, the school assist in physical, spiritual, psychological and social development of each child placed in its care.
We believe that parents are the primary educators of children.
It is the role of the staff at St. Mary's Visitation School to work in a partnership with the parents to develop each child to his/her fullest potential in a Catholic Christian atmosphere where the child can understand and apply the Christian values taught both at home and at school.
Together we seek to nurture the spiritual, physical, social, psychological, and educational growth of the child while recognizing the distinctive qualities that make each child unique in the eyes of God.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Mary's Visitation 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 Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1873
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$4,500 per child per year
School Notes
- School Motto: At St. Mary’s Visitation Catholic School we are disciples; striving for personal and academic excellence.
- St. Mary's Visitation School is an elementary Catholic school containing preschool through sixth grade. Our goal is to impart to our students in a Christian atmosphere, a solid foundation in the basic areas of knowledge: religion, reading, math, science, and social studies. St. Mary's Visitation School strives to give the fullest and best opportunity to respond to the teaching mission of the Church. Recognizing that each child is unique, the school assist in physical, spiritual, psychological and social development of each child placed in its care. We believe that parents are the primary educators of children. It is the role of the staff at St. Mary's Visitation School to work in a partnership with the parents to develop each child to his/her fullest potential in a Catholic Christian atmosphere where the child can understand and apply the Christian values taught both at home and at school. Together we seek to nurture the spiritual, physical, social, psychological, and educational growth of the child while recognizing the distinctive qualities that make each child unique in the eyes of God.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Mary's Visitation School's ranking?
St. Mary's Visitation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary's Visitation School?
The application deadline for St. Mary's Visitation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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