St. Michael Parish School

1221 National Road Wheeling, WV 26003
www.smpswv.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked WV School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 317 students
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked WV School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 317 students
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Michael Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Remediation and Enrichment

Student Body

Total Students
317 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 10%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
18 students
Advanced Courses
Advanced Science (Grade 9)Algebra (Grade 9)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition assistance available through Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston as well as through St. Michael Parish.
% on Financial Aid
15%
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Adrianne Manning
Admissions Associate
Michelle Patterson
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art ClubBand
ForensicsMathcounts
ScoutsStudent Council
Yearbook


Arts and Music Programs:
Choir

School Notes

  • St. Michael Parish School is a nationally accredited Catholic school serving Wheeling area students from Preschool through Eighth Grade.
  • St. Michael Parish School is a PreSchool 8th Grade Catholic school serving students and parents in the Wheeling area. Our outstanding Early Childhood program includes the area's first Transitional Kindergarten Program recognized by Cognia Accreditation and School Improvement. St. Michael's consistently graduates students who excel in area high schools.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Michael Parish School often compared to?
St. Michael Parish School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Vincent De Paul School, Our Lady Of Peace School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Michael Parish School?
The acceptance rate of St. Michael Parish School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 83%.
What sports does St. Michael Parish School offer?
St. Michael Parish School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Michael Parish School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for most sports offered.
What is St. Michael Parish School's ranking?
St. Michael Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Michael Parish School?
The application deadline for St. Michael Parish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Michael Parish School located?
St. Michael Parish School is located in the Edgwood neighborhood of Wheeling, WV.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in West Virginia is $10,894 for elementary schools and $10,567 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in West Virginia is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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