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#249 of 462 private schools in MI

St Mary Catholic School

Elementary School

2 UNION ST, Mount Clemens, MI 48043

Private

Enrollment

390

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#249 of 462

In Mount Clemens

#2 of 2

public schools

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St Mary Catholic School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Mount Clemens · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mount Clemens High School

5.7/10

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3.2/10

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About St Mary Catholic School

St Mary Catholic School is a private elementary school in Mount Clemens, MI. St Mary Catholic School serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #249 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it comparesOn par with MI schools
  • This school 6.2 · 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

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How St Mary Catholic School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Mount Clemens, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
This School
vs
18:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
390
This School
vs
284
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
3.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.8% vs 0%
Asian 1.5% vs 0%
Black 0.3% vs 0%
St Mary Catholic School Mount Clemens Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Mary Catholic School (this school) 6.2
Mount Clemens Middle School 3.2
Prevail Academy 4.2
Mt Clemens Montessori Academy 5.8
Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School
Clinton Valley Elementary School 4.0
Seminole Academy 2.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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School Day Length 7.4 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,317.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 13%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 390
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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)

White 92.1%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 1.5%
Two or More 1.3%
Native American 1.0%
Black 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2 UNION ST, Mount Clemens, MI 48043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Mary Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI STEPPING STONES (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Clinton Township), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mt Clemens Montessori Academy (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mount Clemens, see our Mount Clemens schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Clemens High School Mount Clemens 0.2 mi 5.7
Mount Clemens Middle School Mount Clemens 0.2 mi 3.2
MONTESSORI STEPPING STONES Mount Clemens 0.2 mi 7.7
Prevail Academy Mount Clemens 0.7 mi 4.2
Mt Clemens Montessori Academy Mount Clemens 1.1 mi 5.8
Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School Mount Clemens 1.3 mi
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Clinton Township 1.3 mi 7.0
Clinton Valley Elementary School Mount Clemens 1.5 mi 4.0
Neil E Reid High School Clinton Township 1.8 mi 7.5
Seminole Academy Mount Clemens 1.6 mi 2.2
DiAnne M Pellerin Center Clinton Township 1.8 mi 6.0
Frederick V Pankow Center Clinton Township 1.8 mi
High School Harrison Township 1.9 mi 6.8
Middle School Central Harrison Township 2.1 mi 5.4
Atwood Elementary School Macomb 2.4 mi 5.5
Marie C Graham Elem School Harrison Township 2.2 mi 5.6
Tenniswood Elementary School Clinton Township 2.8 mi 3.9
High School North Macomb 2.8 mi 7.4
Lutz School for Work Experience Clinton Township 2.1 mi 5.6
ST THECLA SCHOOL Clinton Township 2.6 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,315

Median Home Value

$169,000

Median Rent

$896/mo

Population

15,503

College Educated

17.8%

Homeownership

61.8%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

42.4

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Amberly Elementary School Portage, MI 6.2
Bath Elementary School Bath, MI 6.2
Burton International Academy Detroit, MI 6.2
Carver STEM Academy Detroit, MI 6.2
Central Montcalm Elementary School Sheridan, MI 6.2
Cherry Creek Elementary School Marquette, MI 6.2

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 390 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School is 14.7:1. 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 #249 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 6.2 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
390
Gender Split
61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.4 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Macomb County

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