St. Michael School

St. Michael School in Merrillville, IN, serves 205 co–ed udents from preschool (PK) through 8th grade in a suburban community.
The school has a udent–teacher ratio of 13:1 with 16 teachers supporting its regular elementary and secondary programs.
Michael School is affiliated with the Catholic faith and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The udent body represents 37.2% racial diversity within the suburban Merrillville area.
Tuition information is available upon reque for families considering this Indiana Catholic PK–8 private school option.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 205 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
205 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
St. Michael School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for St. Michael School?
The application deadline for St. Michael School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 205 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Lake County, IN is $7,290 for elementary schools and $7,482 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Lake County, IN is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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