St. Michael's Academy is a place where parents and students must be committed to Catholic education and must become involved in the process of forming Christians.
The academy is a dynamic school that is about the ever-challenging and eternal business of knowing, loving and serving God.
The specific goals of St. Michael's Academy are first and foremost, to gain a deep understanding of and commitment to the Roman Catholic Faith; 2nd, to learn and appreciate the traditions and values of a Catholic curture and the means whereby these may be preserved in the modern world; 3rd, to develop solid academic skills in the areas of reading, writing, arithmetic, speaking and critical thinking; 4th, to gain an appreciation of the fine arts; finally, to develop motor coordination skills.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,600
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jun. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Michael's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Motto
St. Michael’s Academy educates its students to become industrious, moral and intellectual leaders who enhance society by the example of their Catholic lives.
School Mascot
Warrior
Student Body
Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
school uniform
School Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jun. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Reduction for more than one student and Parishioners.
Admissions Director
Anne Marie Netzel
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- Students who transfer from another school must provide complete school records, standardized test scores, reports cards and for high school students, a complete transcript. Placement tests may be necessary based on information we receive from the previous school.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Michael's Academy cost?
St. Michael's Academy's tuition is approximately $4,600 for private students.
What sports does St. Michael's Academy offer?
St. Michael's Academy offers 1 interscholastic sports: Archery.
When is the application deadline for St. Michael's Academy?
The application deadline for St. Michael's Academy is Jun. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jun. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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