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#391 of 462 private schools in MI

Luke M Powers Catholic High School

High School

1505 W CT ST, Flint, MI 48503

Private

Enrollment

600

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#391 of 462

In Flint

#4 of 4

public schools

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Luke M Powers Catholic High School

5.0/10

High School in Flint · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Michigan School for the Deaf

7.4/10

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About Luke M Powers Catholic High School

Luke M Powers Catholic High School is a private high school in Flint, MI. Luke M Powers Catholic High School serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Luke M Powers Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #391 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares1.5 pts below MI schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Luke M Powers Catholic High 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 Luke M Powers Catholic High School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Flint, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
This School
vs
20.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
600
This School
vs
323
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.0
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 10% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Asian 3.5% vs 0%
Luke M Powers Catholic High School Flint Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Luke M Powers Catholic High School (this school) 5.0
Michigan School for the Deaf 7.4
Southwestern Classical Academy 4.8
Genesee Early College 8.2
International Academy of Flint K12 3.2
WAY Academy Flint Flint Campus 6.0
Flint Cultural Center Academy 5.0
Mott Middle College High School 6.8
Gateway to CollegeMott Community College 5.1
The Learning CoOp
CA Alternative EdAtlantis 4.8
Accelerated Learning Academy 4.3
Elmer A Knopf Learning Center 5.9
Special Education Services
CarmanAinsworth High School 5.6
Flex High North Flint 3.0
Academy West Alternative Education 4.4
The New Standard Academy 5.0
Hamady Community High School 5.2
Beecher Alternative Education
Marion D Crouse Instr Center 7.8

Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Flint

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)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 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- 8.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 34%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 600
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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 80.7%
Hispanic 10.0%
Black 5.3%
Asian 3.5%
Two or More 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1505 W CT ST, Flint, MI 48503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Luke M Powers Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Genesee Early College (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mott Middle College High School (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WAY Academy Flint Flint Campus (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Flint, see our Flint schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Michigan School for the Deaf Flint 0.2 mi 7.4
Eisenhower School Flint 0.3 mi 2.6
Southwestern Classical Academy Flint 0.6 mi 4.8
Durant Tuuri Mott School Flint 0.7 mi 2.1
Genesee County Jail Mount Morris 0.9 mi
Genesee Early College Flint 1.1 mi 8.2
Neithercut Elementary School Flint 1.4 mi 2.1
ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Flint 1.2 mi 8.4
DoyleRyder School Flint 1.5 mi 2.4
WAY Academy Flint Flint Campus Flint 1.5 mi 6.0
International Academy of Flint K12 Flint 1.5 mi 3.2
Flint Cultural Center Academy Flint 1.7 mi 5.0
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Flint 1.7 mi 7.6
Mott Middle College High School Flint 1.8 mi 6.8
The Learning CoOp Flint 2.0 mi
Gateway to CollegeMott Community College Flint 1.8 mi 5.1
Gladys Dillon Elementary School Burton 2.7 mi 5.2
West Bendle Elementary School Burton 2.7 mi 4.2
Pierce School Flint 2.2 mi 4.0
Freeman School Flint 2.6 mi 2.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,155

Median Home Value

$75,400

Median Rent

$842/mo

Population

22,809

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

50.5%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

33.2%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Luke M Powers Catholic High School

What grades does Luke M Powers Catholic High School serve?

Luke M Powers Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Luke M Powers Catholic High School?

Luke M Powers Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Luke M Powers Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Luke M Powers Catholic High School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Luke M Powers Catholic High School rank in MI?

Luke M Powers Catholic High School ranks #391 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Luke M Powers Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Luke M Powers Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Luke M Powers Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Luke M Powers Catholic High 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 Luke M Powers Catholic High School a religious school?

Luke M Powers Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
600
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Genesee County

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