The St Mary School community empowers students to grow spiritually, academically, creatively, and physically so that they may experience, understand and live their responsibilities to god, family, community and self.
St. Mary Catholic School is a Faith Community -students, parents, staff, parishioners and friends. Teachers, in partnership with parents, are dedicated to providing spiritual and academic development of each child.
Our curriculum is designed to nurture creativity, academic excellence, and spiritual, physical and emotional growth.
We instill responsibility, respect, and compassion for all people.
We are committed to making students aware of social issues while providing the foundation and experiences necessary to be living examples of the gospel.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
86 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
khaki pants, navy polo
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Multi child discount
Admissions Director
Kathleen Dvoracek
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
After School Enrichment
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Running Club
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mary School cost?
St. Mary School's tuition is approximately $3,000 for private students.
What sports does St. Mary School offer?
St. Mary School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Mary School's ranking?
St. Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Least expensive tuition 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 St. Michael Academy (16.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Ebenezer Christian School (11.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Charlevoix Childrens House (1.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Charlevoix Childrens House
Montessori School
8700 Mercer Rd
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-5599
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-5599
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 23 students Tuition listed
Ebenezer Christian School
(Christian)
9541 White St.
Ellsworth, MI 49729
(231) 588-2111
Ellsworth, MI 49729
(231) 588-2111
11.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 18 students
Northern Migh Community Child Dev C
Daycare / Preschool
416 Connable Ave
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 487-4563
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 487-4563
14.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 73 students
St. Francis Xavier School
(Catholic)
414 Michigan St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-3651
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-3651
15.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 296 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7
St. Michael Academy
(Catholic)
2225 Summit Park Dr
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 489-3302
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 489-3302
16.9 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 29 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Michael Academy
(Catholic)
2225 Summit Park Dr
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 489-3302
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 489-3302
16.9 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 29 students
Harbor Light Christian School
(Christian)
8333 Clayton Rd
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 347-7859
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 347-7859
19 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 214 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Northern Michigan Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1833 McMichael Road
Burt Lake, MI 49717
(231) 548-2216
Burt Lake, MI 49717
(231) 548-2216
31.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 98 students
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(Catholic)
303 St Mary's St
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
(231) 256-9636
Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
(231) 256-9636
31.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 190 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary Cathedral School
(Catholic)
321 N Otsego Ave
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 732-5801
Gaylord, MI 49735
(989) 732-5801
34.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 312 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ebenezer Christian School
(Christian)
9541 White St.
Ellsworth, MI 49729
(231) 588-2111
Ellsworth, MI 49729
(231) 588-2111
11.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 18 students
St. Francis Xavier School
(Catholic)
414 Michigan St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-3651
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-3651
15.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 296 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7
St. Michael Academy
(Catholic)
2225 Summit Park Dr
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 489-3302
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 489-3302
16.9 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 29 students
Harbor Light Christian School
(Christian)
8333 Clayton Rd
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 347-7859
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 347-7859
19 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 214 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Traverse City Seventh-day Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
2055b 4 Mile Rd N
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 947-4640
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 947-4640
29.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 12 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Charlevoix Childrens House
Montessori School
8700 Mercer Rd
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-5599
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-5599
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 23 students Tuition listed
Northern Migh Community Child Dev C
Daycare / Preschool
416 Connable Ave
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 487-4563
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 487-4563
14.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 73 students
St. Francis Xavier School
(Catholic)
414 Michigan St
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-3651
Petoskey, MI 49770
(231) 347-3651
15.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 296 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7
Harbor Light Christian School
(Christian)
8333 Clayton Rd
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 347-7859
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 347-7859
19 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 214 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Leelanau Childrens Center
Daycare / Preschool
111 N 5th St
Leland, MI 49654
(231) 256-7841
Leland, MI 49654
(231) 256-7841
31.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 60 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Northport Public School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
104 S Wing St
Northport, MI 49670
(231) 386-5153
Northport, MI 49670
(231) 386-5153
9538 miles
Gr: K-12 | 127 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Central Lake Public Schools
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8169 W State St
Central Lake, MI 49622
(231) 544-3141
Central Lake, MI 49622
(231) 544-3141
9552.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 223 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Charlevoix Middle High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5200 Marion Center Rd
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-3200
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-3200
9553 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 387 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Ellsworth Community School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9467 Park St
Ellsworth, MI 49729
(231) 588-2544
Ellsworth, MI 49729
(231) 588-2544
9553.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 228 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Charlevoix Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
108 E Garfield Ave
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-8115
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-8115
9554.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 398 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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