Excellent
#12 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 2% of private schools
St Martha School
Elementary School
1100 W GRAND RIVER AVE, Okemos, MI 48864
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#12 of 462
In Okemos
#1 of 3
public schools
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St Martha School
Elementary School in Okemos · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Martha School
St Martha School is a private elementary school in Okemos, MI. St Martha School serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Martha School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 116 students, St Martha 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 9.8:1 students to teachers, St Martha School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Martha 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 Martha School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Okemos, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Martha School (this school) | 8.6 |
| Cornell Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Kinawa School | 7.1 |
| Okemos Public MontessoriCentral | 8.8 |
| Chippewa Middle School | 8.4 |
| Hiawatha Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Michigan Connections Academy | 5.5 |
| Bennett Woods Elementary School | 8.1 |
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
1100 W GRAND RIVER AVE, Okemos, MI 48864
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Martha School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Okemos Public MontessoriCentral (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cornell Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hiawatha Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Okemos, see our Okemos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell Elementary School Okemos | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Haslett High School Haslett | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Haslett Middle School Haslett | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Wilkshire School Haslett | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Vera Ralya Elementary School Haslett | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Kinawa School Okemos | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Chippewa Middle School Okemos | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Okemos Public MontessoriCentral Okemos | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Hiawatha Elementary School Okemos | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Murphy Elementary School Haslett | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
| CEDAR CLASSICAL ACADEMY Okemos | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Michigan Connections Academy Okemos | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Bennett Woods Elementary School Okemos | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI RADMOOR SCHOOL Okemos | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Great Lakes Learning Academy Alternative HS East Lansing | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Great Lakes Learning Academy MSHS East Lansing | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Okemos High School Okemos | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| MacDonald Middle School East Lansing | 4.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Marble School East Lansing | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Lansing | 4.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,145
Median Home Value
$358,100
Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Population
23,548
College Educated
75.7%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
37.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Keidan Special Education Center Detroit, MI | 8.7 |
| SCHOOL HOUSE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Canton, MI | 8.4 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Flint, MI | 8.4 |
| ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Jackson, MI | 8.4 |
| BROOKVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Benton Harbor, MI | 8.8 |
| DAYCROFT SCHOOL Ann Arbor, MI | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Martha School
What grades does St Martha School serve?
St Martha School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Martha School?
St Martha School has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Martha School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Martha School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Martha School rank in MI?
St Martha School ranks #12 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Martha School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Martha School 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 St Martha School a private school?
Yes, St Martha 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 Martha School a religious school?
St Martha School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 116
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 189 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ingham County
- Phone
- (517) 896-1728
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