Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,390
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Mary School
About the School
- Welcome to Saint Mary Catholic School.
- We are fully accredited and have proudly offered a Catholic education, preschool through 5th grade, since 1937.
- Our students leave our school equipped with a firm grasp on balancing academics, socialization, physical activity, faith, and family.
- We would love for you to join our school community! Email or call us to learn more!.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,390
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
St. Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia, Math & Reading support with in school, Hearing, Vision, OT & mild LD provided by ISD & PP Public
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
94 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 19%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Navy Blue Pants with either white, Navy blue, or hunter green short or long sleeve shirts for the boys. Girls dresses navy blue. Pants and shirts as the same as the boys
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
tuition scale based on income
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Admissions Director
Saint Mary Catholic School
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mary School cost?
St. Mary School's tuition is approximately $2,390 for private students.
What schools are St. Mary School often compared to?
St. Mary School is often viewed alongside schools like Gobles Junior Academy, Saint Basil Catholic School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary School?
The application deadline for St. Mary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Mary School vs. Gobles Junior Academy, St. Mary School vs. Saint Basil Catholic School
The nearest high school to St. Mary School is Heritage Christian Academy (11.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Trinity Lutheran School (0.3 miles away)
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Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-2 | 41 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
721 Pine Street
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(719) 589-3271
Distance: 10.5 mi
Gr: PK-2 | 8 students
Montessori School (Christian)
7135 Veronica St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 365-5775
Distance: 11.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
6312 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
Distance: 11.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 37 students
Daycare / Preschool
5527 Parkview Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
Distance: 12.4 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 635 students
Christian
3800 S 12th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
Distance: 11.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
6312 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
Distance: 14.2 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 274 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 12
Calvinist
2121 Stadium Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2250
Distance: 14.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 55 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 3
Calvinist
700 Fletcher Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 383-0505
Distance: 14.9 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 215 students
Catholic
1000 W Kilgore Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2646
Distance: 15.4 mi
Gr: 7-9 | 231 students
Calvinist
3333 S Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 343-3645
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-2 | 41 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
721 Pine Street
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(719) 589-3271
Distance: 10.5 mi
Gr: PK-2 | 8 students
Montessori School (Christian)
7135 Veronica St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 365-5775
Distance: 11.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
6312 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
Distance: 12.4 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 635 students
Christian
3800 S 12th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
Distance: 12.4 mi
Gr: 5-8 | 247 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Christian
3800 S 12th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-2 | 41 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
721 Pine Street
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(719) 589-3271
Distance: 10.5 mi
Gr: PK-2 | 8 students
Montessori School (Christian)
7135 Veronica St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 365-5775
Distance: 11.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
6312 Quail Run Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-1400
Distance: 11.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 37 students
Daycare / Preschool
5527 Parkview Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
Distance: 12.4 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 635 students
Christian
3800 S 12th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
433 Lucinda Ln
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0820
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0820
9289.4 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 335 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
North Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
287 West Baldwin Ave
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0824
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0824
9289.6 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 312 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Lincoln School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Elkenburg St
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0540
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-0540
9289.8 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 251 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Watervliet Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
450 E Saint Joseph St
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0780
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0780
9289.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 309 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Watervliet Senior High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
450 E Saint Joseph St
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0734
Watervliet, MI 49098
(269) 463-0734
9289.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 360 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
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