St Mary School
Tel:
(231)256-9636
- St. Mary Catholic School educates preschool through 12th grade students in an environment based on Gospel values. St. Mary School guides students to recognize their God-given potential and develop their talents to become leaders who are committed to their faith, lifelong learning, and service to others.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 211 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,950
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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St Mary School places among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
- Category Attribute
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
- Sports offered Most sports offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 211 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 10% State avg.: 15% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 16 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 13:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 90% |
| Average Class Size | 15 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 2 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Average SAT score | 1125 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Colored white, light blue or navy with Khaki or navy pant or approved uniform skirt ) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $4,950 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition scholarships available; 50% or students receive some scholarship |
| % on Financial Aid | 50% |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Associate | Geri Valentine |
| Endowment Size | $2.4 million |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 11 sports |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballAlpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball |
School Notes
- At St. Mary We Are:Providing a safe and welcoming environment with a faculty and staff who are dedicated, caring and effective.Committing to help all students develop their God-given talents to the best of their ability.Developing leaders in an atmosphere of faith, lifelong learning and service to others.Teaching students through diversified programs of educational opportunities, religious experiences, athletic programs and social and cultural opportunities.Cultivating a school community of respect, moral development and self-discipline
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Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school to St Mary School is The Leelanau School (13.4 miles away)
- The nearest elementary school is Leelanau Children's Center Northport (11.2 miles away)
- The nearest preschool is Leelanau Childrens Center (3.7 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- LelandLeelanau Childrens CenterDaycare / PreschoolGrades: PK-K | 60 students
3.7 miles
111 N 5th St
Leland, MI 49654
(231)256-7841 3.7 PK-K
60 - NorthportLeelanau Children's Center NorthportDaycare / PreschoolGrades: K-1 | 23 students
11.2 miles
164 S High St
Northport, MI 49670
(231)386-5144 11.2 K-1
23 - Traverse City Grades: PK-8 | 116 students
12.6 miles
11930 S West Bay Shore Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231)995-3800 12.6 PK-8
116 - Glen Arbor Grades: 9-12 | 45 students
13.4 miles
1 Old Homestead Road
Glen Arbor, MI 49636
(231)334-5800 13.4 9-12
45 - Traverse CityImmaculate Conception Elementary School(Roman Catholic)Grades: 3-5 | 250 students
15.3 miles
218 Vine St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231)947-1252 15.3 3-5
250
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