Very Good
#54 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 12% of private schools
Bishop Baraga Catholic School
Elementary School
406 W B ST, Iron Mountain, MI 49801
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#54 of 462
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Bishop Baraga Catholic School
Elementary School in Iron Mountain · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bishop Baraga Catholic School
Bishop Baraga Catholic School is a private elementary school in Iron Mountain, MI. Bishop Baraga Catholic School serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop Baraga Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Bishop Baraga Catholic 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Bishop Baraga Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bishop Baraga Catholic 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
BetaHow Bishop Baraga Catholic School compares to the 5 public schools in Iron Mountain, MI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Iron Mountain
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop Baraga Catholic School (this school) | 7.9 |
| East Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Iron Mountain High School | 6.2 |
| Central Middle School | 5.1 |
| IMK Community Education | 4.7 |
| North Elementary School | 6.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 MI.
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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 MI
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
406 W B ST, Iron Mountain, MI 49801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop Baraga Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norway Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Norway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Kingsford), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Pembine Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Pembine), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Iron Mountain, see our Iron Mountain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Middle School Iron Mountain | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Iron Mountain High School Iron Mountain | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| East Elementary School Iron Mountain | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Kingsford Middle School Kingsford | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Kingsford High School Kingsford | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| IMK Community Education Iron Mountain | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| DickinsonIron Special Education Kingsford | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| North Elementary School Iron Mountain | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Woodland Elementary School Kingsford | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| PINE MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Iron Mountain | 2.6 mi | — |
| Niagara Elementary Niagara | 4.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Niagara High Niagara | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Norway Elementary School Norway | 8.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Vulcan Middle School Norway | 8.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Norway High School Norway | 8.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Pembine Elementary Pembine | 13.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Pembine High Pembine | 13.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Florence High Florence | 11.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Florence Middle Florence | 11.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Florence Elementary Florence | 11.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,461
Median Home Value
$157,800
Median Rent
$667/mo
Population
11,606
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
48.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop Baraga Catholic School
What grades does Bishop Baraga Catholic School serve?
Bishop Baraga Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Bishop Baraga Catholic School?
Bishop Baraga Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Baraga Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Baraga Catholic School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bishop Baraga Catholic School rank in MI?
Bishop Baraga Catholic School ranks #54 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Bishop Baraga Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop Baraga Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bishop Baraga Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Bishop Baraga Catholic 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 Bishop Baraga Catholic School a religious school?
Bishop Baraga Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Dickinson County
- Phone
- (906) 774-2277
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