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#276 of 462 private schools in MI
St Marys Catholic Schools
Elementary School
2455 146TH AVE SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#276 of 462
In Byron Center
#2 of 3
public schools
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St Marys Catholic Schools
Elementary School in Byron Center · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Marys Catholic Schools
St Marys Catholic Schools is a private elementary school in Byron Center, MI. St Marys Catholic Schools serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Marys Catholic Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, St Marys Catholic Schools 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, St Marys Catholic Schools sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Marys Catholic Schools 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 Marys Catholic Schools compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Byron Center, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Marys Catholic Schools (this school) | 6.0 |
| Byron Center West Middle School | 8.2 |
| Robert L Nickels Intermediate School | 7.5 |
| Byron Center Charter School | 8.1 |
| Brown Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Marshall Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Countryside Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Cross Creek Charter Academy | 7.9 |
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
2455 146TH AVE SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Marys Catholic Schools may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jamestown Lower Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Hudsonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sycamore Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Dorr), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brown Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Byron Center, see our Byron Center schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49315 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,358
Median Home Value
$357,600
Median Rent
$1,297/mo
Population
26,123
College Educated
45.5%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
41
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Marys Catholic Schools
What grades does St Marys Catholic Schools serve?
St Marys Catholic Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St Marys Catholic Schools?
St Marys Catholic Schools has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Marys Catholic Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at St Marys Catholic Schools is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Marys Catholic Schools rank in MI?
St Marys Catholic Schools ranks #276 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Marys Catholic Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
St Marys Catholic Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Marys Catholic Schools a private school?
Yes, St Marys Catholic Schools 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 Marys Catholic Schools a religious school?
St Marys Catholic Schools has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Allegan County
- Phone
- (616) 681-9607
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