Very Good
#151 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 33% of private schools
Fr Marquette Catholic Academy
Elementary School
500 S 4TH ST, Marquette, MI 49855
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#151 of 462
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Fr Marquette Catholic Academy
Elementary School in Marquette · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fr Marquette Catholic Academy
Fr Marquette Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Marquette, MI. Fr Marquette Catholic Academy serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Fr Marquette Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #151 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 120 students, Fr Marquette Catholic Academy 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.
Fr Marquette Catholic Academy 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 Fr Marquette Catholic Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Marquette, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fr Marquette Catholic Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Sandy Knoll School | 7.7 |
| Graveraet Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Bothwell Middle School | 5.9 |
| MarquetteAlger Administrative Unit | — |
| Superior Hills Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Marquette Senior High School | 7.1 |
| North Star Montessori Academy | 6.7 |
| Cherry Creek Elementary School | 6.2 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
500 S 4TH ST, Marquette, MI 49855
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fr Marquette Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Graveraet Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sandy Knoll School (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lakeview School (rated 7.7/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Negaunee), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Marquette, see our Marquette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sandy Knoll School Marquette | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Graveraet Elementary School Marquette | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Bothwell Middle School Marquette | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| MarquetteAlger Administrative Unit Marquette | 0.8 mi | — |
| Superior Hills Elementary School Marquette | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Marquette Senior High School Marquette | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Vandenboom Alternative High School Marquette | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| North Star Montessori Academy Marquette | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Cherry Creek Elementary School Marquette | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Lakeview School Negaunee | 10.2 mi | 7.7 |
| KI Sawyer Elementary School Gwinn | 14.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Negaunee Middle School Negaunee | 10.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Negaunee High School Negaunee | 10.7 mi | 7.3 |
| George D Gilbert Elementary School Gwinn | 17.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Gwinn MiddleHigh School Gwinn | 18.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Birchview School Ishpeming | 12.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Ishpeming Middle School Ishpeming | 13.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Ishpeming High School Ishpeming | 13.1 mi | 6.7 |
| IshpemingNegauneeNICE Comm Ed Division Negaunee | 13.3 mi | — |
| Westwood High School Ishpeming | 16.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49855 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,321
Median Home Value
$245,100
Median Rent
$992/mo
Population
33,199
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
14.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Battle Creek Montessori Academy Springfield, MI | 7.0 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln Park, MI | 7.0 |
| ST BASIL CATHOLIC SCHOOL South Haven, MI | 7.0 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Erie, MI | 7.0 |
| THE CHILDREN'S HOUSE Traverse City, MI | 7.0 |
| BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw, MI | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fr Marquette Catholic Academy
What grades does Fr Marquette Catholic Academy serve?
Fr Marquette Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Fr Marquette Catholic Academy?
Fr Marquette Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fr Marquette Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Fr Marquette Catholic Academy is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Fr Marquette Catholic Academy rank in MI?
Fr Marquette Catholic Academy ranks #151 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Fr Marquette Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Fr Marquette Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fr Marquette Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, Fr Marquette Catholic Academy 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 Fr Marquette Catholic Academy a religious school?
Fr Marquette Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 120
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Marquette County
- Phone
- (906) 225-1129
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