Very Good
#45 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 10% of private schools
St Mary School
Elementary School
217 S LINCOLN AVE, Niles, MI 49120
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#45 of 462
In Niles
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Mary School
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About St Mary School
St Mary School is a private elementary school in Niles, MI. St Mary School serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #45 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, St Mary 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 7:1 students to teachers, St Mary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mary 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 School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Niles, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Ballard Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Eastside Connections School | 8.4 |
| Southside Special Educ School | 4.5 |
| WAY Niles | 6.0 |
| Niles Virtual School | — |
| Ring Lardner Middle School | 5.4 |
| Northside Child Development Center | — |
| Brandywine Innovation Academy | 5.2 |
| Brandywine Middle School | 5.7 |
| Brandywine Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Merritt Elementary School | 6.7 |
| HowardEllis Elementary School | 5.3 |
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
217 S LINCOLN AVE, Niles, MI 49120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastside Connections School (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Moccasin Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Buchanan), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Merritt Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 3.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Niles, see our Niles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NILES ADVENTIST SCHOOL Niles | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Niles Comm Schools Adult Education Niles | 0.7 mi | — |
| Ballard Elementary School Niles | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Eastside Connections School Niles | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Southside Special Educ School Niles | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Brandywine Innovation Academy Niles | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Niles Senior High School Niles | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Northside Child Development Center Niles | 1.8 mi | — |
| Ring Lardner Middle School Niles | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Niles Cedar Lane Niles | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| WAY Niles Niles | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Niles Virtual School Niles | 1.7 mi | — |
| Brandywine Middle School Niles | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Brandywine Senior High School Niles | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Brandywine Elementary School Niles | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Merritt Elementary School Niles | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL South Bend | 6.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Clay High School South Bend | 6.5 mi | 5.3 |
| HowardEllis Elementary School Niles | 5.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Moccasin Elementary School Buchanan | 5.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,940
Median Home Value
$166,800
Median Rent
$911/mo
Population
36,652
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
43
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor, MI | 7.9 |
| Jackson Center Livonia, MI | 7.9 |
| KALAMAZOO COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Portage, MI | 7.9 |
| SHAJARA TAYYIBA SCHOOL Canton, MI | 7.9 |
| CHIQUITOS BILINGUAL MONTESSORI Utica, MI | 8.0 |
| Sandyview Elementary School Holland, MI | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary School
What grades does St Mary School serve?
St Mary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary School?
St Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 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 School rank in MI?
St Mary School ranks #45 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Mary 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 School a religious school?
St Mary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 49
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Berrien County
- Phone
- (269) 683-9191
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