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#167 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 36% of private schools

St Anthony of Padua

Elementary School

2510 RICHMOND ST NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Private

Enrollment

227

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#167 of 462

In Grand Rapids

#12 of 28

public schools

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St Anthony of Padua

6.8/10

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

Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary

8.2/10

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7.4/10

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About St Anthony of Padua

St Anthony of Padua is a private elementary school in Grand Rapids, MI. St Anthony of Padua serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Anthony of Padua has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #167 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.7 pts above MI schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

St Anthony of Padua 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 St Anthony of Padua compares to 101 public schools serving similar grades in Grand Rapids, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
This School
vs
16.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
227
This School
vs
361
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.8% vs 0%
Black 2.2% vs 0%
St Anthony of Padua Grand Rapids Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Anthony of Padua (this school) 6.8
CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary 8.2
Blandford School 7.4
CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School 4.4
Kent Education CenterOakleigh 9.3
Shawmut Hills School 4.2
Walker Charter Academy 7.3
Zinser Elementary School 6.4
Westwood Middle School 5.7
Harrison Park Academy 5.8
West MI Academy of Environmental Science 7.6
Stocking Elementary 5.7
Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School 7.9
John Ball Park Zoo School 6.1
Sibley School 5.2
Kenowa Hills Middle School 5.8
Grandville Cummings Elementary School 7.1
Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle 7.9
Palmer School 3.7
Riverside Middle School 5.0
City MiddleHigh 8.6

Showing 20 of 101 schools. View all schools in Grand Rapids

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)
B 5.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 17%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 227
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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 91.2%
Hispanic 4.8%
Black 2.2%
Two or More 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2510 RICHMOND ST NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Anthony of Padua may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kent Education CenterOakleigh (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary Grand Rapids 0.6 mi 8.2
Blandford School Grand Rapids 0.6 mi 7.4
CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School Grand Rapids 0.7 mi 4.4
Kent Education CenterOakleigh Grand Rapids 1.1 mi 9.3
WEST SIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Rapids 1.1 mi 7.0
WEST CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Grand Rapids 1.1 mi 5.9
Shawmut Hills School Grand Rapids 1.5 mi 4.2
Walker Charter Academy Grand Rapids 1.6 mi 7.3
HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Grand Rapids 1.9 mi 4.6
Newcomers Community School Grand Rapids 1.9 mi 3.9
Union High School Grand Rapids 1.9 mi 5.4
Union High Transition Grand Rapids 1.9 mi 7.8
Westwood Middle School Grand Rapids 2.0 mi 5.7
Zinser Elementary School Grand Rapids 1.8 mi 6.4
Kenowa Hills High School Grand Rapids 2.8 mi 7.0
Kenowa Hills Pathways High School Grand Rapids 2.8 mi 6.4
Kenowa Hills Middle School Grand Rapids 2.9 mi 5.8
John Ball Park Zoo School Grand Rapids 2.8 mi 6.1
Stocking Elementary Grand Rapids 2.4 mi 5.7
Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School Grand Rapids 2.5 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,326

Median Home Value

$222,600

Median Rent

$1,145/mo

Population

40,402

College Educated

38.5%

Homeownership

58%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

32.9

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ANN ARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ann Arbor, MI 6.8
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Bad Axe Middle School Bad Axe, MI 6.8
Bessie B Baker School Wayland, MI 6.8
Central Elementary School Hastings, MI 6.8
Crescent Academy Elementary Southfield, MI 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Anthony of Padua

What grades does St Anthony of Padua serve?

St Anthony of Padua serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Anthony of Padua?

St Anthony of Padua has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Anthony of Padua?

The student-teacher ratio at St Anthony of Padua is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Anthony of Padua rank in MI?

St Anthony of Padua ranks #167 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is St Anthony of Padua's MySchoolScout rating?

St Anthony of Padua has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Anthony of Padua a private school?

Yes, St Anthony of Padua 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 St Anthony of Padua a religious school?

St Anthony of Padua has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
227
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Kent County

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