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#251 of 462 private schools in MI
St Mary's School
Elementary School
360 MAPLE ST, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#251 of 462
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St Mary's School
Elementary School in Sault Sainte Marie · grades Kindergarten – 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 Sault Sainte Marie, MI. St Mary's School serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #251 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 89 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 5 public schools serving similar grades in Sault Sainte Marie, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Lincoln School | 7.3 |
| Washington Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy | 6.1 |
| Sault Area Middle School | 5.4 |
| Sault Area High School | 6.7 |
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
360 MAPLE ST, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln School (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Superior Academy (rated 6.6/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Sault S. Marie), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sault Sainte Marie, see our Sault Sainte Marie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
17 within 34.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EUPISD Project Search Sault S. Marie | 0.4 mi | — |
| Lincoln School Sault Sainte Marie | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Sault Area Middle School Sault Sainte Marie | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy Sault Sainte Marie | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School Sault Ste. Marie | 1.2 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary School Sault Sainte Marie | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Sault Area High School Sault Sainte Marie | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Malcolm High School Sault S. Marie | 5.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Lake Superior Academy Sault S. Marie | 9.0 mi | 6.6 |
| EUPISD Learning Center Kincheloe | 16.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Brimley Area School Brimley | 12.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Ojibwe Charter School Brimley | 12.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Consolidated Community School Services Kincheloe | 17.4 mi | 7.2 |
| RUDYARD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rudyard | 20.1 mi | — |
| Pickford Public Schools Pickford | 23.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Rudyard Area Schools Rudyard | 22.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Cedarville School Cedarville | 34.5 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49783 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,847
Median Home Value
$146,400
Median Rent
$782/mo
Population
18,778
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
16.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
38.4
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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 Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary's School?
St Mary's School has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary's School rank in MI?
St Mary's School ranks #251 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 6.2 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'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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 89
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Chippewa County
- Phone
- (906) 635-6141
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