Below Average
#429 of 462 private schools in MI
St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy
Elementary School
8125 SWAN CREEK RD, Newport, MI 48166
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#429 of 462
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St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy
Elementary School in Newport · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy
St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Newport, MI. St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #429 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 184 students, St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy 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.
St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy runs 25.2:1 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.
St Charles Borromeo Catholic 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 St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Newport, MI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Newport
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy (this school) | 4.4 |
| North Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Henry Niedermeier Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Jefferson High School | 6.0 |
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
8125 SWAN CREEK RD, Newport, MI 48166
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Loren Eyler Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Carleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Henry Niedermeier Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Joseph C Sterling Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Carleton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newport, see our Newport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Elementary School Newport | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Henry Niedermeier Elementary School Newport | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Jefferson High School Newport | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Jefferson Middle School Monroe | 3.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Sodt Elementary School Monroe | 3.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Fred W Ritter Elementary School South Rockwood | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Triumph Academy Monroe | 4.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Chapman Elementary School Rockwood | 5.9 mi | 5.8 |
| John M Barnes Elem School Flat Rock | 6.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Thomas Simpson Middle School Flat Rock | 6.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Loren Eyler Elementary School Carleton | 5.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Airport Senior High School Carleton | 5.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Airport Center for Education Carleton | 5.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Airport Middle College Carleton | 5.5 mi | — |
| Wagar Junior High School Carleton | 5.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Wagar Middle School Carleton | 5.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Joseph C Sterling Elementary School Carleton | 5.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Ethel C Bobcean Elem School Flat Rock | 7.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Flat Rock Academic Virtual Academy Flat Rock | 7.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Flat Rock Community High School Flat Rock | 7.3 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48166 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,923
Median Home Value
$217,000
Median Rent
$1,203/mo
Population
13,746
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
37.7
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| Emerson School Ionia, MI | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy
What grades does St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy serve?
St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy?
St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy rank in MI?
St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy ranks #429 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, St Charles Borromeo Catholic 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 St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy a religious school?
St Charles Borromeo Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 184
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monroe County
- Phone
- (734) 586-2531
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