The Sisters of the Holy Cross of St. Mary's founded St.
Michael Academy in 1871. In 1902, an addition was built to the thirteen room structure, which had been erected in 1870 on the corner of Center and Madison Streets.
In 1904, another story was added to the Academy increasing the room total to twenty-nine.
The Academy originally was open to both day school students and boarding students who came from as far away as Chicago.
The average enrollment at this time was approximately 80 students consisting of eight grades.
The Academy ceased operation as a boarding school but continued as a day school.
St. Michael Catholic School extends the knowledge and practices of the Catholic Faith, promotes academic success, and nurtures life long learning, and productive citizens.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
145 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Michael School often compared to?
St. Michael School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul's Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
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).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Michael School vs. St. Paul's Lutheran School
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to St. Michael School is Grace Baptist Christian School (0.8 miles away)
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Location
Miles
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Students
Grace Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
Grades: PK-12 | 59 students 0.8 miles 1830 N Michigan St
Plymouth, IN 46563
(574) 936-3448
Plymouth, IN 46563
(574) 936-3448
0.8
PK-12
59
Grades: PK-11 | 24 students 3.6 miles 16493 Lincoln Hwy
Plymouth, IN 46563
(574) 936-4466
Plymouth, IN 46563
(574) 936-4466
3.6
PK-11
24
Grades: 9-12 | 832 students 9.8 miles 1300 Academy Rd
Culver, IN 46511
(574) 842-8300
Culver, IN 46511
(574) 842-8300
9.8
9-12
832
Bourbon Christian School
(Mennonite)
Grades: 1-10 | 40 students 10.4 miles 1325 N Main Street
Bourbon, IN 46504
(574) 342-8043
Bourbon, IN 46504
(574) 342-8043
10.4
1-10
40
Dausman Prairie School
(Amish)
Grades: 1-8 | 43 students 10.7 miles 7363 Chestnut Rd
Bourbon, IN 46504
(574) 209-1284
Bourbon, IN 46504
(574) 209-1284
10.7
1-8
43
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