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#180 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 39% of private schools

St Pius School

Elementary School

14141 PEARL ST, Southgate, MI 48195

Private

Enrollment

262

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#180 of 462

In Southgate

#1 of 2

public schools

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St Pius School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Southgate · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Fordline Elementary School

3.5/10

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3.6/10

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About St Pius School

St Pius School is a private elementary school in Southgate, MI. St Pius School serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pius School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.6 pts above MI schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

St Pius 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 Pius School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Southgate, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
262
This School
vs
402
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
5.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.9% vs 0%
Asian 5.3% vs 0%
Black 2.3% vs 0%
St Pius School Southgate Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Pius School (this school) 6.7
Fordline Elementary School 3.5
Grogan Elementary School 3.6
Shelters Elementary School 6.7
Davidson Middle School 4.6
Creative Montessori Academy 3.7
Allen Elementary School 5.4
North Pointe Elementary 7.3

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.4 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,265.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 32%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 262
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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 80.9%
Hispanic 9.9%
Asian 5.3%
Black 2.3%
Native American 0.8%
Pacific Islander 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

14141 PEARL ST, Southgate, MI 48195

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Pius School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hoover School (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lincoln Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lincoln Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Shelters Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Southgate, see our Southgate schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Fordline Elementary School Southgate 0.4 mi 3.5
Grogan Elementary School Southgate 0.5 mi 3.6
CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Southgate 0.7 mi 6.0
Shelters Elementary School Southgate 0.8 mi 6.7
Davidson Middle School Southgate 0.9 mi 4.6
Asher School Southgate 1.0 mi 5.0
Creative Montessori Academy Southgate 0.9 mi 3.7
MONTESSORI CENTER OF DOWNRIVER Southgate 1.0 mi
Southgate Anderson High School Southgate 1.3 mi 6.9
Allen Elementary School Southgate 1.4 mi 5.4
Riverview Virtual Academy Riverview 1.6 mi 7.9
Washington Elementary School Wyandotte 1.4 mi 6.5
Hoover School Lincoln Park 1.8 mi 7.5
JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln Park 1.8 mi 7.0
Huntington Elementary School Riverview 1.9 mi 4.0
Memorial Elementary School Riverview 1.9 mi 3.9
Madison School Wyandotte 1.6 mi 7.7
Jo Brighton Skills Center Wyandotte 1.7 mi 7.8
Riverview Transition Center Riverview 1.9 mi
Seitz Middle School Riverview 2.0 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48195 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,635

Median Home Value

$165,400

Median Rent

$1,102/mo

Population

29,551

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

66.2%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

39.4

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Kingston Elementary School Kingston, MI 6.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Pius School

What grades does St Pius School serve?

St Pius School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Pius School?

St Pius School has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Pius School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Pius School rank in MI?

St Pius School ranks #180 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is St Pius School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Pius School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Pius School a private school?

Yes, St Pius 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 Pius School a religious school?

St Pius School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
262
Gender Split
67% M / 33% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.4 hours
Days Per Year
171 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County

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