St. Patrick School
St. Patrick School has been providing an enriching Catholic education for children in grades first through eight for almost 100 years and through grade twelve for over 50 years.
We are committed to providing a learning environment for all students to develop in mind, body and spirit.
At St. Patrick, students experience a challenging curriculum integrated with Catholic values that prepare them for a changing world.
Our curriculum meets Diocesan, State, and National Standards and is designed to prepare students for higher learning.
College preparatory classes, a new computer lab, and Internet access in all classrooms complement the core curriculum.
Students in all grades participate in daily prayer, weekly liturgies, and service projects that help build their spirituality and character.
At St. Patrick, all students experience an optimum student to teacher ratio, which promotes a strong environment for learning.
At Portland St. Patrick we strive to make excellence our standard.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 446 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,600
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 23 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
St. Patrick School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
446 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
23 students
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
Average ACT score
22
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
High school students pay an additional $400.00 and there is a 50 registration fee for all students
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Mr. Randy Hodge
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
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