Excellent
#10 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 2% of private schools
Shrine Academy
Middle School
3500 W 13 MILE RD, Royal Oak, MI 48073
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#10 of 462
In Royal Oak
#2 of 5
public schools
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Shrine Academy
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About Shrine Academy
Shrine Academy is a private middle school in Royal Oak, MI. Shrine Academy serves approximately 220 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Shrine Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7:1 students to teachers, Shrine Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shrine 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 Shrine Academy compares to the 9 public schools in Royal Oak, MI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Royal Oak
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shrine Academy (this school) | 8.6 |
| Alfred E Upton Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Addams Elementary and ECC | 6.7 |
| Royal Oak High School | 8.6 |
| Northwood Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Oak Ridge Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Royal Oak Middle School | 6.3 |
| Churchill Community Ed Center | 6.9 |
| Keller Elementary | 6.4 |
| Oakland Elementary School | 6.6 |
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
3500 W 13 MILE RD, Royal Oak, MI 48073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shrine Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pierce Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Birmingham), with a very similar rating. Another option is Berkley High School (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Berkley), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SHRINE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Royal Oak, see our Royal Oak schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHRINE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Royal Oak | 0.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Pattengill Elementary School Berkley | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Alfred E Upton Elementary School Royal Oak | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Greenfield Elementary School Beverly Hills | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Angell Elementary School Berkley | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Addams Elementary and ECC Royal Oak | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY BIRMINGHAM Birmingham | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL Birmingham | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Vandenberg Elementary School Southfield | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Anderson Middle School Berkley | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| 3246 PIERCE Beverly Hills | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Berkley High School Berkley | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| SHRINE CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL Royal Oak | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| JAPHET SCHOOL Clawson | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Pierce Elementary School Birmingham | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Rogers Elementary School Berkley | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Royal Oak High School Royal Oak | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| HARMONY MONTESSORI CENTER Oak Park | 2.3 mi | — |
| Crescent Academy PK1 Southfield | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Norup International School Oak Park | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,426
Median Home Value
$302,800
Median Rent
$1,245/mo
Population
33,427
College Educated
59.2%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
38
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FC Reed Middle School Bridgman, MI | 8.6 |
| McBain Middle School Mc Bain, MI | 8.8 |
| Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle Grand Rapids, MI | 7.9 |
| Dearborn STEM Middle School Dearborn Heights, MI | 9.3 |
| Saugatuck Middle School Saugatuck, MI | 7.7 |
| Mason Middle School Erie, MI | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shrine Academy
What grades does Shrine Academy serve?
Shrine Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Shrine Academy?
Shrine Academy has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shrine Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Shrine Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shrine Academy rank in MI?
Shrine Academy ranks #10 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Shrine Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Shrine Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shrine Academy a private school?
Yes, Shrine 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 Shrine Academy a religious school?
Shrine Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 220
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Phone
- (248) 549-2925
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