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#228 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 49% of private schools
St Mary Catholic School
Elementary School
628 S LAFAYETTE AVE, Royal Oak, MI 48067
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#228 of 462
In Royal Oak
#4 of 5
public schools
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St Mary Catholic School
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About St Mary Catholic School
St Mary Catholic School is a private elementary school in Royal Oak, MI. St Mary Catholic School serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #228 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
St Mary 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 Mary Catholic School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Royal Oak, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Catholic School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Royal Oak Middle School | 6.3 |
| Northwood Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Oakland Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Keller Elementary | 6.4 |
| Addams Elementary and ECC | 6.7 |
| Oak Ridge Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Alfred E Upton Elementary School | 6.4 |
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
628 S LAFAYETTE AVE, Royal Oak, MI 48067
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northwood Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burton Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Huntington Woods), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rogers Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Berkley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Royal Oak, see our Royal Oak schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Royal Oak | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Royal Oak Middle School Royal Oak | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus Ferndale | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus Oak Park | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Northwood Elementary School Royal Oak | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| University High School Ferndale | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Burton Elementary School Huntington Woods | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| SHRINE CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL Royal Oak | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Keller Elementary Royal Oak | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Rogers Elementary School Berkley | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Edison Ferndale | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Ferndale Middle School Ferndale | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Ferndale High School Ferndale | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| FERNDALE MONTESSORI CENTER Ferndale | 2.2 mi | — |
| Churchill Community Ed Center Royal Oak | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Oakland Elementary School Royal Oak | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Berkley High School Berkley | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Key Elementary School Oak Park | 2.0 mi | 2.4 |
| LEARNING DISABILITIES CLINIC- INC. Oak Park | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Oak Park Preparatory Academy Oak Park | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,355
Median Home Value
$309,200
Median Rent
$1,435/mo
Population
24,496
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
35.6
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| American International Academy Upper Elementary Inkster, MI | 6.3 |
| Barryton Elementary School Barryton, MI | 6.3 |
| Barth Elementary School Romulus, MI | 6.3 |
| Earl F Carr School Lincoln Park, MI | 6.3 |
| Grandville East Elementary School Grandville, MI | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Catholic School
What grades does St Mary Catholic School serve?
St Mary Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary Catholic School?
St Mary Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Catholic School rank in MI?
St Mary Catholic School ranks #228 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Mary Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary 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 Mary Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Mary 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 Mary Catholic School a religious school?
St Mary Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 226
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Phone
- (248) 545-2140
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