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#232 of 462 private schools in MI
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St Elizabeth Area Catholic School
Elementary School
12835 E WASHINGTON RD, Reese, MI 48757
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#232 of 462
In Reese
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Elizabeth Area Catholic School
Elementary School in Reese · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Elizabeth Area Catholic School
St Elizabeth Area Catholic School is a private elementary school in Reese, MI. St Elizabeth Area Catholic School serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Elizabeth Area Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #232 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, St Elizabeth Area Catholic School 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.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, St Elizabeth Area Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Elizabeth Area Catholic 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
BetaHow St Elizabeth Area Catholic School compares to the 3 public schools in Reese, MI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Reese
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Elizabeth Area Catholic School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Reese Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Reese High School | 7.4 |
| Reese Middle School | 6.1 |
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.
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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
12835 E WASHINGTON RD, Reese, MI 48757
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Elizabeth Area Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lorenz C List School (rated 7.5/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Frankenmuth), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Saginaw), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Reese Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Reese, see our Reese schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Reese | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Reese Elementary School Reese | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Reese High School Reese | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Reese Middle School Reese | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MICHAELS SCHOOL Richville | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 5.6 mi | 6.7 |
| EF Rittmueller Middle School Frankenmuth | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Lorenz C List School Frankenmuth | 8.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Frankenmuth High School Frankenmuth | 8.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ST LORENZ LUTHERAN SCHOOL Frankenmuth | 8.1 mi | 4.8 |
| ST LUKE S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Vassar | 7.3 mi | — |
| Central School Vassar | 7.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Vassar Senior High School Vassar | 7.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Clarence Fischer Center Vassar | 8.9 mi | — |
| Saginaw Preparatory Academy Saginaw | 9.6 mi | 2.6 |
| AkronFairgrove JrSr High School Fairgrove | 10.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Verellen Elementary School Essexville | 12.1 mi | 4.2 |
| BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City | 11.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Detention Center Essexville | 12.4 mi | — |
| Bridgeport High School Bridgeport | 10.7 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48757 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,464
Median Home Value
$172,600
Median Rent
$909/mo
Population
3,680
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
86.6%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
45.9
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|---|---|
| Bailey Early Childhood Center Hillsdale, MI | 6.3 |
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| KALAMAZOO SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Kalamazoo, MI | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS CENTER OF ALLEN PARK Allen Park, MI | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Elizabeth Area Catholic School
What grades does St Elizabeth Area Catholic School serve?
St Elizabeth Area Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Elizabeth Area Catholic School?
St Elizabeth Area Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Elizabeth Area Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Elizabeth Area Catholic School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Elizabeth Area Catholic School rank in MI?
St Elizabeth Area Catholic School ranks #232 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Elizabeth Area Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Elizabeth Area Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Elizabeth Area Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Elizabeth Area Catholic 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 Elizabeth Area Catholic School a religious school?
St Elizabeth Area Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Saginaw County
- Phone
- (989) 797-0780
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