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#71 of 478 private schools in IN

Top 15% of private schools

St Stanislaus School

Elementary School

1506 WASHINGTON ST, Michigan City, IN 46360

Private

Enrollment

94

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#71 of 478

In Michigan City

#2 of 5

public schools

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St Stanislaus School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Michigan City · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Stanislaus School

St Stanislaus School is a private elementary school in Michigan City, IN. St Stanislaus School serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Stanislaus School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #71 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for St Stanislaus School show 44% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it compares1.4 pts above IN schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 94 students, St Stanislaus School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, St Stanislaus School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Stanislaus School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Stanislaus School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Michigan City, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
This School
vs
14:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
94
This School
vs
348
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.0
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.3% vs 0%
Black 19.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 13.8% vs 0%
Asian 2.1% vs 0%
St Stanislaus School Michigan City Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Stanislaus School (this school) 8.0
Marsh Elementary School 6.5
Knapp Elementary School 8.1
Edgewood Elementary School 5.1
Lake Hills Elementary School 3.4
Joy Elementary School 6.5
Barker Middle School 4.9
Martin T Krueger Middle School 5.6
Pine Elementary School 6.8
Coolspring Elementary School 5.0
Springfield Elementary School 4.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 64%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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Enrollment 94
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IN

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.4% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
42.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
40.6% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 54.3%
Black 19.1%
Hispanic 13.8%
Two or More 10.6%
Asian 2.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1506 WASHINGTON ST, Michigan City, IN 46360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Stanislaus School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brummitt Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Chesterton), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Buffalo Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby New Buffalo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL/DIOCESE (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Michigan City, see our Michigan City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MARQUETTE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Michigan City 0.3 mi 7.9
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Michigan City 0.4 mi 7.7
Marsh Elementary School Michigan City 0.4 mi 6.5
Knapp Elementary School Michigan City 0.9 mi 8.1
Edgewood Elementary School Michigan City 1.3 mi 5.1
Lake Hills Elementary School Michigan City 1.6 mi 3.4
QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL/DIOCESE Michigan City 1.3 mi 8.2
Barker Middle School Michigan City 1.6 mi 4.9
Joy Elementary School Michigan City 1.6 mi 6.5
Michigan City High School Michigan City 2.7 mi 5.3
Martin T Krueger Middle School Michigan City 2.5 mi 5.6
Pine Elementary School Michigan City 3.1 mi 6.8
Coolspring Elementary School Michigan City 4.0 mi 5.0
NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL/DIOCESE Michigan City 4.2 mi 6.1
Renaissance Academy Charter School Laporte 6.3 mi 5.9
LaPorte Juvenile Correctional Laporte 7.0 mi 6.0
Springfield Elementary School Michigan City 7.2 mi 4.4
F Willard Crichfield Elementary Laporte 8.4 mi 8.2
Brummitt Elementary School Chesterton 8.9 mi 9.5
New Buffalo Elementary School New Buffalo 8.9 mi 9.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,641

Median Home Value

$155,900

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

43,997

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.3%

Median Age

40.8

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GOOD SHEPHERD MONTESSORI SCHOOL South Bend, IN 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Stanislaus School

What grades does St Stanislaus School serve?

St Stanislaus School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Stanislaus School?

St Stanislaus School has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Stanislaus School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Stanislaus School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Stanislaus School rank in IN?

St Stanislaus School ranks #71 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is St Stanislaus School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Stanislaus School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at St Stanislaus School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Stanislaus School has 44% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is St Stanislaus School a private school?

Yes, St Stanislaus School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Stanislaus School a religious school?

St Stanislaus School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
85 Very Walkable
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
94
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
LaPorte County

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