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#231 of 462 private schools in MI

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St Patrick School

Elementary School

1001 ORNDORF DR, Brighton, MI 48116

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

469

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

469

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#231 of 462

In Brighton

#2 of 6

public schools

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About St Patrick School

St Patrick School is a private elementary school in Brighton, MI. St Patrick School serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patrick School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #231 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it comparesOn par with MI schools

6.3

This school 6.3 · Average
MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

St Patrick 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

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How St Patrick School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Brighton, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.1:1

This School

18.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

469

This School

594

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.3

This School

7.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90% vs 0%

Asian 3% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.1% vs 0%

St Patrick School Brighton Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Patrick School (this school)	—	469	14.1:1	6.3
Charyl Stockwell Academy Middle School	0.3 mi	281	21.6:1	5.0
Hornung Elementary School	1.2 mi	561	19.3:1	8.2
Maltby Intermediate School	1.2 mi	843	17.9:1	8.3
Hilton Road Elementary School	1.8 mi	498	17.2:1	7.9
Scranton Middle School	2.5 mi	849	20.2:1	7.9
Hawkins Elementary School	2.5 mi	551	17.8:1	8.4
Spencer Road Elementary School	2.7 mi	537	18.5:1	8.6
Hartland Lakes Elementary School	4.4 mi	464	16:1	8.3
Hartland Farms Intermediate School	4.6 mi	761	17.7:1	6.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B- 4.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.1:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 18%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 469

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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)

White 90.0%

Two or More 4.5%

Asian 3.0%

Hispanic 2.1%

Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1001 ORNDORF DR, Brighton, MI 48116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Patrick School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spencer Road Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawkins Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hartland Lakes Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brighton, see our Brighton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Charyl Stockwell Academy High School Brighton	0.2 mi	317	6.4
Charyl Stockwell Academy Middle School Brighton	0.3 mi	281	5.0
LIVINGSTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Brighton	0.7 mi	272	7.2
Brighton High School Brighton	0.9 mi	1,901	8.3
FlexTech High School Brighton	1.0 mi	142	5.6
Bridge Alternative High School Brighton	1.1 mi	86	7.0
Hornung Elementary School Brighton	1.2 mi	561	8.2
Maltby Intermediate School Brighton	1.2 mi	843	8.3
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brighton	1.7 mi	99	6.1
Hilton Road Elementary School Brighton	1.8 mi	498	7.9
SHEPHERD OF THE LAKES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brighton	2.4 mi	192	3.8
Scranton Middle School Brighton	2.5 mi	849	7.9
Hawkins Elementary School Brighton	2.5 mi	551	8.4
MAPLE TREE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Brighton	2.3 mi	34	5.9
Spencer Road Elementary School Brighton	2.7 mi	537	8.6
Hartland Lakes Elementary School Brighton	4.4 mi	464	8.3
Hartland Farms Intermediate School Brighton	4.6 mi	761	6.8
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brighton	5.4 mi	73	5.5
Three Fires Elementary Howell	4.3 mi	704	5.7
Kensington Woods Schools Lakeland	6.1 mi	103	5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,606

Median Home Value

$355,800

Median Rent

$1,229/mo

Population

27,817

College Educated

51%

Homeownership

85.7%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

45.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Patrick School

What grades does St Patrick School serve?

St Patrick School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Patrick School?

St Patrick School has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Patrick School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Patrick School is 14.1:1. 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 rank in MI?

St Patrick School ranks #231 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is St Patrick School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Patrick School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 a private school?

Yes, St Patrick 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 Patrick School a religious school?

St Patrick School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 43 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 469
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 33
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize Suburb
County: Livingston County
Phone: (810) 229-7946

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