St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked TX School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 932 students
Yearly Tuition: $29,885
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / Jul. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School
Pre-K	46
Kind	55
1	54
2	47
3	52
4	49
5	50
6	61
7	56
8	55
9	102
10	104
11	108
12	93

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1984

Campus Size

84 acres

School Motto

Where Integrity, Courage, and Excellence thrive

Student Body

Total Students

932 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

35%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

96 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

56%

Average Class Size

15 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Number of AP Courses

18 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

Art HistoryBiology

Calculus ABCalculus BC

ChemistryComputer Science AB

English LanguageEnglish Literature and Composition

Environmental ScienceLatin: Vergil

Macro EconomicsPhysics

PsychologySpanish Language

StatisticsStudio Art 2-D

United States Government & PoliticsUnited States History

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31 / Jul. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$29,885

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from $15,360 for Pre-K to $29,885 for Upper School

% on Financial Aid

30%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Farah Golab

Admissions Associate

Mariana Creixell

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Track and FieldVolleyball

Colors

White, Maroon

School Mascot

Warrior

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

15 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

AspireEnvironmental Club

Equestrian ClubLiterary Magazine

Math ClubModel United Nations

National Honor SocietyScience Club

Senior Leadership TeamStudent Council

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubBand

ChoirDance

Drama Club

School Notes

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School is Central Texas' only Independent, Catholic, Pre-K -12 school.
As an Independent Catholic school, St. Michael's Prep stands apart as a profoundly unique school and community.
The St. Michael's Prep Difference is one hallmarked by an innovative and exceptional educational experience, a deeply committed and vibrant school spirit and culture, and a transformative fifteen-year journey for each and every one of our amazing students.

St. Michael's Prep combines all the best of the Independent school and Catholic school traditions into one unique, rich experience. Our faculty and the depth and rigor of the educational experiences they deliver are second to none. Our responsive approach to educating the whole child through our Innovative Learning and STEM programs means that students are continuously challenged to think critically and creatively, while learning to persevere as they tinker and solve problems to form a viable solution through guided inquiry and discovery. All this exists in a warm, welcoming, intentional Catholic environment that places a priority on raising ethical, kind, global citizens who will be our next servant leaders. Simply put, St. Michael's graduates are made for the world that awaits them, and we could not be prouder. We invite you to learn more about our exceptional student experience at smcprep.org.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Mitch Morse - NFL Player
- Kyle Martin - MLB Player

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School cost?

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $29,885 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School?

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School famous alumni include: Mitch Morse and Kyle Martin.

What sports does St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School offer?

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Texas for most sports offered.

What is St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School's ranking?

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School?

The application deadline for St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School is Jan. 31 / Jul. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 / Jul. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Austin, TX is $17,879 for elementary schools and $19,115 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Austin, TX is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).