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#200 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 43% of private schools
St Mary's School
Elementary School
430 E SAVIDGE ST, Spring Lake, MI 49456
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#200 of 462
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St Mary's School
Elementary School in Spring Lake · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary's School
St Mary's School is a private elementary school in Spring Lake, MI. St Mary's School serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #200 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 150 students, St Mary's 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's 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's School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Spring Lake, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Holmes Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Spring Lake Intermediate School | 8.8 |
| Spring Lake Middle School | 8.6 |
| West MI Academy of Arts and Academics | 5.9 |
| Walden Green Montessori | 6.2 |
| Jeffers Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Lake Hills Elementary School | 8.7 |
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
430 E SAVIDGE ST, Spring Lake, MI 49456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holmes Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jeffers Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Peach Plains School (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Grand Haven), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Spring Lake, see our Spring Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes Elementary School Spring Lake | 0.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Spring Lake Intermediate School Spring Lake | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Spring Lake Middle School Spring Lake | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| LITTLE LAKERS LEARNING CENTER Spring Lake | 0.4 mi | — |
| West MI Academy of Arts and Academics Spring Lake | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| GRAND HAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Haven | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Ferry School Grand Haven | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Walden Green Montessori Spring Lake | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Grand Haven Cyber School Grand Haven | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| White Pines Intermediate School Grand Haven | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Griffin Elementary School Grand Haven | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Career Development School Grand Haven | 2.1 mi | — |
| Peach Plains School Grand Haven | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Central High School Grand Haven | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Spring Lake High School Spring Lake | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Spring Lake Alternative Education Spring Lake | 2.2 mi | — |
| Lakeshore Middle School Grand Haven | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Grand Haven | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Jeffers Elementary School Spring Lake | 2.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Mary A White School Grand Haven | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,807
Median Home Value
$294,500
Median Rent
$1,184/mo
Population
19,972
College Educated
46.7%
Homeownership
82.7%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
48.2
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| Lake Ann Elementary School Interlochen, MI | 6.6 |
| Lake Superior Academy Sault S. Marie, MI | 6.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary's School
What grades does St Mary's School serve?
St Mary's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary's School?
St Mary's School has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary's School rank in MI?
St Mary's School ranks #200 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Mary's School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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's School a private school?
Yes, St Mary's 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's School a religious school?
St Mary's School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 150
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Ottawa County
- Phone
- (616) 842-1282
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