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#182 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 39% of private schools

St Augustine School

Elementary School

600 W MICHIGAN AVE, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Private

Enrollment

265

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#182 of 462

In Kalamazoo

#6 of 12

public schools

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St Augustine School

6.7/10

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

Woodward Elementary

3.7/10

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6.1/10

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About St Augustine School

St Augustine School is a private elementary school in Kalamazoo, MI. St Augustine School serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Augustine School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #182 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.6 pts above MI schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

St Augustine 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 St Augustine School compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Kalamazoo, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
This School
vs
16.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
265
This School
vs
335
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 74.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 14.3% vs 0%
Black 2.6% vs 0%
Asian 1.9% vs 0%
St Augustine School Kalamazoo Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Augustine School (this school) 6.7
Woodward Elementary 3.7
El Sol Elementary 6.1
Lincoln International Studies School 4.3
Northglade Montessori School 6.7
Edison Academy 4.0
Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts 6.7
Hillside Middle School 5.5
Washington Writers Academy 3.2
Youth Center School 6.4
ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School 6.8
KingWestwood Elementary School 7.2
Parchment Innovation Center 5.5
Winchell Elementary School 7.2
Arcadia Elementary School 3.9
Northeastern Elementary School 3.0
Indian Prairie Elementary School 5.2
Woods Lake ElementaryA Magnet Center For The Arts 5.5
Paramount Charter Academy 2.4
Linden Grove Middle School 6.4
Parchment Northwood Elem School 5.2

Showing 20 of 38 schools. View all schools in Kalamazoo

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+ 4.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 42%
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 265
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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 74.3%
Hispanic 14.3%
Two or More 5.7%
Black 2.6%
Asian 1.9%
Pacific Islander 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

600 W MICHIGAN AVE, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Augustine School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KAZOO SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GAGIE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kalamazoo, see our Kalamazoo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Woodward Elementary Kalamazoo 0.4 mi 3.7
El Sol Elementary Kalamazoo 0.5 mi 6.1
Lincoln International Studies School Kalamazoo 0.7 mi 4.3
Kalamazoo Covenant Academy Kalamazoo 1.1 mi 5.0
Phoenix Alternative High School Kalamazoo 1.1 mi 6.8
Transition Services Kalamazoo 1.1 mi
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kalamazoo 1.2 mi 8.2
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTER Kalamazoo 1.2 mi
Northglade Montessori School Kalamazoo 1.2 mi 6.7
Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts Kalamazoo 1.4 mi 6.7
Edison Academy Kalamazoo 1.3 mi 4.0
KAZOO SCHOOL Kalamazoo 1.6 mi 8.2
Hillside Middle School Kalamazoo 1.4 mi 5.5
ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School Kalamazoo 1.7 mi 6.8
Washington Writers Academy Kalamazoo 1.7 mi 3.2
REFORMED HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kalamazoo 1.5 mi 6.3
GAGIE SCHOOL Kalamazoo 2.0 mi 7.8
KALAMAZOO CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Kalamazoo 1.8 mi 5.7
Youth Center School Kalamazoo 1.7 mi 6.4
Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program Kalamazoo 2.4 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$39,309

Median Home Value

$103,400

Median Rent

$1,017/mo

Population

9,747

College Educated

23.9%

Homeownership

25.3%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

33%

Median Age

27.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Augustine School

What grades does St Augustine School serve?

St Augustine School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Augustine School?

St Augustine School has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Augustine School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Augustine School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Augustine School rank in MI?

St Augustine School ranks #182 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is St Augustine School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Augustine School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Augustine School a private school?

Yes, St Augustine 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 St Augustine School a religious school?

St Augustine School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Bike Score
79 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
265
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Kalamazoo County

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