Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,265
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Mary School
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,265
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 12 students
- 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
Advanced Degrees
Sports offered
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1887
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 10, 2027
Awards
Campus Size
7 acres
School Motto
Educating Preschool - 12th Grade
Student Body
Total Students
137 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 19%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
12 students
Average SAT score
1125
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Colored white, light blue or navy with Khaki or navy pant or approved uniform skirt
List of Courses Offered
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition scholarships available; 50% or students receive some scholarship
% on Financial Aid
50%
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Associate
Patti Shaffran
Application URL
Endowment Size
$2.6 million
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Notes
- 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.
- 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
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mary School cost?
St. Mary School's tuition is approximately $7,265 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary School?
The acceptance rate of St. Mary School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.
What sports does St. Mary School offer?
St. Mary School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Mary School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for most sports offered.
What is St. Mary School's ranking?
St. Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
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
The nearest high school to St. Mary School is Northwest Michigan House Of Hope (14.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Pathfinder School (11.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Leelanau Childrens Center (6.4 miles away)
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Distance: 6.4 mi
Gr: PK-K | 60 students
Daycare / Preschool
111 N 5th St
Leland, MI 49654
(231) 256-7841
Distance: 11.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 7
11930 S West Bay Shore Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 995-3800
Distance: 12.7 mi
Gr: K-8 | 12 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2055b 4 Mile Rd N
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 947-4640
Distance: 14.2 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students
Catholic
218 Vine St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 947-1252
Distance: 14.4 mi
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students
Alternative School (Christian)
55 S Hope Rdg
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
Distance: 14.4 mi
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students
Alternative School (Christian)
55 S Hope Rdg
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
Distance: 14.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,278 students
Catholic
123 E. 11th Street
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-8100
Distance: 14.9 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 355 students
Catholic
123 E 11th St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-8038
Distance: 16.1 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 9
1 Old Homestead Road
Glen Arbor, MI 49636
(231) 334-5800
Distance: 16.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 57 students
845 Business Park Dr
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 534-7760
Distance: 11.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 7
11930 S West Bay Shore Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 995-3800
Distance: 12.7 mi
Gr: K-8 | 12 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2055b 4 Mile Rd N
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 947-4640
Distance: 14.2 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students
Catholic
218 Vine St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 947-1252
Distance: 14.4 mi
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students
Alternative School (Christian)
55 S Hope Rdg
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-5350
Distance: 14.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,278 students
Catholic
123 E. 11th Street
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-8100
Distance: 6.4 mi
Gr: PK-K | 60 students
Daycare / Preschool
111 N 5th St
Leland, MI 49654
(231) 256-7841
Distance: 11.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 7
11930 S West Bay Shore Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 995-3800
Distance: 14.2 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students
Catholic
218 Vine St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 947-1252
Distance: 14.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,278 students
Catholic
123 E. 11th Street
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-8100
Distance: 15.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 118 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 3
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
1003 S Maple St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-2721
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7401 E Duck Lake Rd
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
(231) 994-2074
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
(231) 994-2074
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 71 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
310 S Elm St
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-8601
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-8601
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 214 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Suttons Bay Senior High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 S Elm St
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-8604
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-8604
0.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 125 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Suttons Bay Virtual School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
310 S Elm St
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-8685
Suttons Bay, MI 49682
(231) 271-8685
0.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 149 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Leland Public School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 N Grand Ave
Leland, MI 49654
(231) 256-9857
Leland, MI 49654
(231) 256-9857
6.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 421 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
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