Very Good
#82 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 18% of private schools
Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School
Elementary School
3165 WASHINGTON AVE, Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#82 of 462
In Saint Joseph
#2 of 4
public schools
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Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School
Elementary School in Saint Joseph · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Upton Middle School
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About Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School
Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School is a private elementary school in Saint Joseph, MI.
Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 193 students, Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. 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.
Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. 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 Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School compares to the 7 public schools in Saint Joseph, MI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Saint Joseph
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Upton Middle School | 7.8 |
| Brown School | 7.0 |
| Lighthouse Education Center | 6.0 |
| St Joseph High School | 7.3 |
| Clarke School | 5.5 |
| Lincoln School | 6.4 |
| Berrien County Juvenile Center | — |
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
3165 WASHINGTON AVE, Saint Joseph, MI 49085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Benton Harbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hollywood Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Stevensville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Stevensville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saint Joseph, see our Saint Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Upton Middle School Saint Joseph | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Brown School Saint Joseph | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stevensville | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Lighthouse Education Center Saint Joseph | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| St Joseph High School Saint Joseph | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Lincoln School Saint Joseph | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| BROOKVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Benton Harbor | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Fair Plain Middle School Benton Harbor | 2.3 mi | 2.3 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Joseph | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Clarke School Saint Joseph | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Stewart Elementary School Stevensville | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Joseph | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Lakeshore Middle School Stevensville | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Stevensville | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Fair Plain East Elementary Benton Harbor | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| LAKE MICHIGAN CATHOLIC MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL Saint Joseph | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Lakeshore High School Stevensville | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Benton Harbor High School Benton Harbor | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Hollywood Elementary School Stevensville | 3.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Benton Harbor Charter School Academy Benton Harbor | 3.6 mi | 2.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,763
Median Home Value
$287,300
Median Rent
$1,099/mo
Population
23,575
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
77.7%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| EB Holman Elementary School Atlantic Mine, MI | 7.6 |
| Frankfort Elementary School Frankfort, MI | 7.6 |
| Marion Elementary School Marion, MI | 7.6 |
| Ottawa Elementary School Petoskey, MI | 7.6 |
| ST BRIGID CATHOLIC SCHOOL Midland, MI | 7.6 |
| TAWHEED CENTER OF DETROIT SCHOOL Dearborn Heights, MI | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School
What grades does Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School serve?
Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School?
Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School rank in MI?
Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School ranks #82 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School a private school?
Yes, Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. 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 Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School a religious school?
Lake Michigan Cath. Elem. School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 193
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Berrien County
- Phone
- (269) 429-0227
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