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#313 of 462 private schools in MI
St Mary Cathedral School
School
321 N OTSEGO AVE, Gaylord, MI 49735
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#313 of 462
In Gaylord
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Mary Cathedral School
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About St Mary Cathedral School
St Mary Cathedral School is a private school in Gaylord, MI. St Mary Cathedral School serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #313 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Mary Cathedral 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 Mary Cathedral School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Gaylord, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Cathedral School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Gaylord Intermediate School | 6.6 |
| North Ohio Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Gaylord Middle School | 6.5 |
| South Maple Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Gaylord High SchoolVoc Bldg | 7.2 |
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
321 N OTSEGO AVE, Gaylord, MI 49735
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Cathedral School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Boyne Falls Public School (rated 8.1/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Boyne Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alba School (rated 7.0/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Elmira), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Great Lakes Online Education (rated 7.0/10, 22.9 miles away, in nearby Grayling), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gaylord, see our Gaylord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gaylord Intermediate School Gaylord | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| North Ohio Elementary School Gaylord | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Gaylord Middle School Gaylord | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| South Maple Elementary School Gaylord | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Gaylord High SchoolVoc Bldg Gaylord | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| OTSEGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gaylord | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Vanderbilt Area School Vanderbilt | 7.9 mi | 5.2 |
| JohannesburgLewiston High School Johannesburg | 11.4 mi | 8.1 |
| JohannesburgLewiston ElementaryMiddle School Johannesburg | 11.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Wolverine Elementary School Wolverine | 16.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Wolverine MiddleHigh School Wolverine | 17.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Alba School Elmira | 14.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Boyne Falls Public School Boyne Falls | 16.5 mi | 8.1 |
| North Central Academy Campus Bay City | 15.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Concord Academy Boyne Boyne City | 18.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Grayling High School Grayling | 22.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Great Lakes Online Education Grayling | 22.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Boyne City Elementary School Boyne City | 19.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Grayling Elementary School Grayling | 25.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Boyne City High School Boyne City | 19.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,050
Median Home Value
$200,800
Median Rent
$876/mo
Population
20,678
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
44.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Cathedral School
What grades does St Mary Cathedral School serve?
St Mary Cathedral School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend St Mary Cathedral School?
St Mary Cathedral School has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Cathedral School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Cathedral School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Cathedral School rank in MI?
St Mary Cathedral School ranks #313 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Mary Cathedral School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary Cathedral School a private school?
Yes, St Mary Cathedral 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 Mary Cathedral School a religious school?
St Mary Cathedral School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 264
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Otsego County
- Phone
- (989) 732-5801
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