St. Marys Catholic Schools serves 54 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Marys Catholic Schools is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Marys Catholic Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1873
School Calendar
School Motto
At St. Mary’s Visitation Catholic School we are disciples; striving for personal and academic excellence, making Mary our model, as we voyage the path of Jesus.
Student Body
Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$4,500 for 1 child; $7,220 for 2 children; $9,169 for 3 children
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Marys Catholic Schools's ranking?
St. Marys Catholic Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Marys Catholic Schools?
The application deadline for St. Marys Catholic Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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