St. Mary School

1005 Bridge St Charlevoix, MI 49720
stmaryschoolcharlevoix.com

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
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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

School Rankings

St. Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
School History

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
86 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 19%

Academics & 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 & 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:
After School Enrichment


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Running Club

School Notes

  • 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.
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).

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The average private school tuition in Michigan is $9,304 for elementary schools and $13,825 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Michigan is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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