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#30 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 6% of private schools

Ludington Area Catholic School

Elementary School

700 E BRYANT RD, Ludington, MI 49431

Private

Enrollment

67

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#30 of 462

In Ludington

#1 of 2

public schools

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Ludington Area Catholic School

8.1/10

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

Oj Dejonge Middle School

6.7/10

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7.4/10

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About Ludington Area Catholic School

Ludington Area Catholic School is a private elementary school in Ludington, MI. Ludington Area Catholic School serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ludington Area Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares2.0 pts above MI schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 67 students, Ludington Area 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 9.6:1 students to teachers, Ludington Area Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Ludington Area 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

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How Ludington Area Catholic School compares to the 5 public schools in Ludington, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
This School
vs
22.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
67
This School
vs
444
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.1
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 44.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 29.9% vs 0%
Ludington Area Catholic School Ludington Public Avg

All Schools in Ludington

School Rating
Ludington Area Catholic School (this school) 8.1
OJ DeJonge Middle School 6.7
Ludington High School 7.4
Ludington Elementary School 5.2
Developmental ClassroomsWSESD 7.6
Academy of Science Math and Technology Early College High Sc 6.3

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 MI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 65%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Enrollment 67
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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)

White 44.8%
Hispanic 29.9%
Two or More 25.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

700 E BRYANT RD, Ludington, MI 49431

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ludington Area Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Scottville Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Scottville), a more accessible option. Another option is COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 4.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Spitler Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Hart), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ludington, see our Ludington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.5 mi
School Distance Rating
OJ DeJonge Middle School Ludington 0.5 mi 6.7
Ludington High School Ludington 0.6 mi 7.4
Ludington Elementary School Ludington 0.7 mi 5.2
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ludington 4.2 mi 5.9
Academy of Science Math and Technology Early College High Sc Ludington 5.2 mi 6.3
Developmental ClassroomsWSESD Ludington 5.2 mi 7.6
Mason County Central Upper Elementary Scottville 7.4 mi 4.7
Mason County Central MS Scottville 7.4 mi 4.2
Mason County Central HS Scottville 7.5 mi 6.7
Scottville Elementary School Scottville 7.7 mi 6.4
Gateway To Success Academy Scottville 7.9 mi 7.4
Pentwater Public School Pentwater 12.8 mi 9.1
Mason County Eastern Elem Sch Custer 10.9 mi 5.6
Mason County Eastern Junior HighHigh School Custer 10.9 mi 7.2
Hart Middle School Hart 19.0 mi 5.5
Spitler Elementary School Hart 19.0 mi 5.8
Hart High School Hart 19.1 mi 6.7
John F Kennedy Elem School Manistee 18.4 mi 5.5
Manistee Middle High School Manistee 19.0 mi 6.4
Thomas Jefferson Elem School Manistee 19.5 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49431 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,313

Median Home Value

$218,600

Median Rent

$850/mo

Population

17,027

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

72.3%

Avg Commute

16.5 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

48.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ludington Area Catholic School

What grades does Ludington Area Catholic School serve?

Ludington Area Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Ludington Area Catholic School?

Ludington Area Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ludington Area Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ludington Area Catholic School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ludington Area Catholic School rank in MI?

Ludington Area Catholic School ranks #30 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Ludington Area Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ludington Area Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ludington Area Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Ludington Area 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 Ludington Area Catholic School a religious school?

Ludington Area Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
67
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Mason County

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