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#321 of 462 private schools in MI
St Patrick School Pk-8
School
122 N W ST, Portland, MI 48875
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#321 of 462
In Portland
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Patrick School Pk-8
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About St Patrick School Pk-8
St Patrick School Pk-8 is a private school in Portland, MI. St Patrick School Pk-8 serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patrick School Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #321 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Patrick School Pk-8 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 Patrick School Pk-8 compares to the 4 public schools in Portland, MI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Portland
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Patrick School Pk-8 (this school) | 5.7 |
| Portland Middle School | 5.4 |
| Oakwood Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Westwood Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Portland High 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
122 N W ST, Portland, MI 48875
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Patrick School Pk-8 may also want to explore other schools in the area. Freedom Acres School (rated 6.5/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Ionia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PATRICK SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Portland | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Portland Middle School Portland | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Oakwood Elementary School Portland | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Westwood Elementary School Portland | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Portland High School Portland | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| PewamoWestphalia MiddleHigh School Westphalia | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westphalia | 6.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Twin Rivers Elementary School Muir | 9.0 mi | 3.9 |
| PewamoWestphalia Elementary School Pewamo | 9.3 mi | 9.1 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pewamo | 9.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Coon School Ionia | 8.5 mi | — |
| AA Rather School Ionia | 9.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Douglas R Welch High School Ionia | 9.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Ionia High School Ionia | 9.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Jefferson School Ionia | 10.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Ionia Middle School Ionia | 11.1 mi | 6.0 |
| TC Holbrook Elementary School Grand Ledge | 11.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Kenneth T Beagle Middle School Grand Ledge | 11.5 mi | 6.7 |
| SS PETER & PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ionia | 11.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Freedom Acres School Ionia | 10.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48875 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,457
Median Home Value
$213,000
Median Rent
$1,088/mo
Population
11,090
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST MARY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Gaylord, MI | 5.7 |
| NORTHERN MICHIGAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mc Bain, MI | 5.8 |
| PLYMOUTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Rapids, MI | 5.8 |
| South Central Michigan Virtual Jackson, MI | 5.6 |
| ALGOMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kent City, MI | 5.5 |
| Countryside Academy MiddleHigh School Benton Harbor, MI | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Patrick School Pk-8
What grades does St Patrick School Pk-8 serve?
St Patrick School Pk-8 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend St Patrick School Pk-8?
St Patrick School Pk-8 has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Patrick School Pk-8?
The student-teacher ratio at St Patrick School Pk-8 is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Patrick School Pk-8 rank in MI?
St Patrick School Pk-8 ranks #321 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Patrick School Pk-8's MySchoolScout rating?
St Patrick School Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Patrick School Pk-8 a private school?
Yes, St Patrick School Pk-8 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 Patrick School Pk-8 a religious school?
St Patrick School Pk-8 has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 312
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Ionia County
- Phone
- (517) 647-7551
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