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#445 of 462 private schools in MI

Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary

Elementary School

467 FAIRFORD RD, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Private

Enrollment

175

Student-Teacher

87.5:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#445 of 462

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Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary

3.9/10

Elementary School in Grosse Pointe Woods · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Grosse Pointe North High School

8.5/10

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6.2/10

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About Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary

Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary is a private elementary school in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI. Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 87.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #445 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares2.2 pts below MI schools
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 175 students, Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary 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.

Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary runs 87.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary 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 Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary compares to the 5 public schools in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
87.5:1
This School
vs
15.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
175
This School
vs
551
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.9
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.3% vs 0%
Black 5.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%
Asian 0.6% vs 0%
Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary Grosse Pointe Woods Public Avg

All Schools in Grosse Pointe Woods

School Rating
Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary (this school) 3.9
John Monteith Elementary School 6.2
Grosse Pointe North High School 8.5
Ferry Elementary School 7.6
Stevens T Mason Elementary School 4.1
Parcells Middle School 6.5

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)
D 1.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 87.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,111.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 15%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 175
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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 90.3%
Black 5.1%
Hispanic 2.3%
Native American 1.7%
Asian 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

467 FAIRFORD RD, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE GROSSE POINTE ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe Farms), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richard Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe Farms), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kerby Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe Farms), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grosse Pointe Woods, see our Grosse Pointe Woods schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Grosse Pointe North High School Grosse Pointe Woods 0.9 mi 8.5
John Monteith Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods 0.8 mi 6.2
Kerby Elementary School Grosse Pointe Farms 1.2 mi 7.6
Ferry Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods 1.4 mi 7.6
Stevens T Mason Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods 1.5 mi 4.1
Brownell Middle School Grosse Pointe Farms 1.4 mi 8.0
Parcells Middle School Grosse Pointe Woods 1.6 mi 6.5
THE GROSSE POINTE ACADEMY Grosse Pointe Farms 1.9 mi 8.6
ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Clair Shores 2.1 mi 6.0
Tyrone Elementary School Harper Woods 1.7 mi 2.2
Elmwood Elementary School Saint Clair Shores 2.2 mi 3.9
Richard Elementary School Grosse Pointe Farms 2.1 mi 7.9
Marquette ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 1.7 mi 6.3
Grosse Pointe South High School Grosse Pointe Farms 2.4 mi 9.0
Discovery Creative Pathways Harper Woods Harper Woods 1.8 mi 6.0
South Lake Middle School Saint Clair Shores 2.7 mi 3.4
Diann BanksWilliamson Educational Center Detroit 2.3 mi 7.3
East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney Detroit 2.3 mi 5.2
South Lake High School Saint Clair Shores 3.0 mi 5.9
Harper Woods Middle School Harper Woods 2.6 mi 2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,776

Median Home Value

$353,000

Median Rent

$1,588/mo

Population

31,383

College Educated

67.5%

Homeownership

91.3%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary

What grades does Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary serve?

Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary?

Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary is 87.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary rank in MI?

Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary ranks #445 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary a private school?

Yes, Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary 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 Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary a religious school?

Our Lady Star of the Sea Elementary has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
175
Gender Split
37% M / 63% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
87.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
171 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County

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