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#158 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 34% of private schools
St Mary School
Elementary School
220 W DOWNIE ST, Alma, MI 48801
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#158 of 462
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St Mary School
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About St Mary School
St Mary School is a private elementary school in Alma, MI. St Mary School serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #158 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 95 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.
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 the 5 public schools in Alma, MI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Alma
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Pine Avenue Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Alma Senior High School | 7.1 |
| Hillcrest Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Donald L Pavlik Middle School | 5.9 |
| Luce Road Elementary School | 6.0 |
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
220 W DOWNIE ST, Alma, MI 48801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Ithaca), with a very similar rating. Another option is Luce Road Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Carrie Knause Early Childhood Learning Center (rated 6.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Saint Louis), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Alma, see our Alma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Avenue Elementary School Alma | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Alma Senior High School Alma | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| GIRESD Center Programs Ithaca | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Hillcrest Elementary School Alma | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Donald L Pavlik Middle School Alma | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Luce Road Elementary School Alma | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Eugene M Nikkari Elementary Saint Louis | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| St Louis High School Saint Louis | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Carrie Knause Early Childhood Learning Center Saint Louis | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| TS Nurnberger Middle School Saint Louis | 3.9 mi | 4.0 |
| St Louis Correctional Facility Saint Louis | 4.2 mi | — |
| ITHACA SDA SCHOOL Ithaca | 5.9 mi | — |
| North Elementary School Ithaca | 6.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Ithaca High School Ithaca | 6.5 mi | 6.5 |
| South Elementary School Ithaca | 7.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Shepherd Middle School Shepherd | 9.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Shepherd High School Shepherd | 9.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Shepherd Elementary School Shepherd | 9.9 mi | 5.5 |
| COUNTRYSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ithaca | 10.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Breckenridge High School Breckenridge | 9.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,449
Median Home Value
$120,300
Median Rent
$795/mo
Population
13,433
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
73.6%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
35.4
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|---|---|
| CHARLOTTE MASON COMMUNITY SCHOOL Detroit, MI | 6.9 |
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| FR MARQUETTE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Marquette, MI | 7.0 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln Park, MI | 7.0 |
| ST BASIL CATHOLIC SCHOOL South Haven, MI | 7.0 |
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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 6th.
How many students attend St Mary School?
St Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 12:1. 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 #158 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 95
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Gratiot County
- Phone
- (989) 463-4579
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