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#163 of 462 private schools in MI

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St Robert Catholic School

Elementary School

6477 ADA DR SE, Ada, MI 49301

Private

Enrollment

55

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#163 of 462

In Ada

#1 of 2

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St Robert Catholic School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Ada · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ada Christian School

5.8/10

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7.7/10

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About St Robert Catholic School

St Robert Catholic School is a private elementary school in Ada, MI. St Robert Catholic School serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Robert Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #163 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.8 pts above MI schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 55 students, St Robert Catholic 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.

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, St Robert Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Robert Catholic 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 Robert Catholic School compares to the 6 public schools in Ada, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
This School
vs
18.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
55
This School
vs
509
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
7.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.1% vs 0%
Black 1.8% vs 0%
St Robert Catholic School Ada Public Avg

All Schools in Ada

School Rating
St Robert Catholic School (this school) 6.9
Ada Elementary School 9.2
Central Woodlands 56 School 7.7
Central Middle School 8.0
Ada Vista Elementary School 5.8
Eastern High School 8.4
Eastern Middle School 8.1

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)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 23%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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Enrollment 55
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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 87.3%
Hispanic 9.1%
Black 1.8%
Two or More 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6477 ADA DR SE, Ada, MI 49301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Robert Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ada Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pine Ridge Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Grand Rapids), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thornapple Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Grand Rapids), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ada, see our Ada schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ADA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ada 0.4 mi 5.8
Central Woodlands 56 School Ada 0.8 mi 7.7
Ada Elementary School Ada 0.7 mi 9.2
Central Middle School Ada 0.8 mi 8.0
Ada Vista Elementary School Ada 0.8 mi 5.8
Central High School Grand Rapids 0.9 mi 8.2
Thornapple Elementary School Grand Rapids 1.1 mi 8.1
Meadow Brook Elementary School Grand Rapids 2.5 mi 8.0
Pine Ridge Elementary School Grand Rapids 3.3 mi 8.3
Collins Elementary School Grand Rapids 2.7 mi 8.1
Lincoln Developmental Center Grand Rapids 3.1 mi 8.1
Eastern High School Ada 3.8 mi 8.4
Eastern Middle School Ada 3.8 mi 8.1
Lincoln School Grand Rapids 3.2 mi 7.7
Ridge Park Charter Academy Grand Rapids 3.5 mi 6.5
Goodwillie Environmental School Grand Rapids 4.0 mi 6.4
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GRAND RAPIDS Grand Rapids 3.8 mi
West Michigan Aviation Academy Grand Rapids 4.7 mi 8.4
Northern High School Grand Rapids 4.2 mi 8.7
CONDUCTIVE LEARNING CENTER OF NORTH AMERICA Grand Rapids 4.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$173,008

Median Home Value

$510,000

Median Rent

$2,074/mo

Population

20,492

College Educated

70.1%

Homeownership

94.8%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

1.6%

Median Age

43.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Robert Catholic School

What grades does St Robert Catholic School serve?

St Robert Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend St Robert Catholic School?

St Robert Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Robert Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Robert Catholic School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Robert Catholic School rank in MI?

St Robert Catholic School ranks #163 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is St Robert Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Robert Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Robert Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Robert Catholic 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 Robert Catholic School a religious school?

St Robert Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
55
Gender Split
67% M / 33% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kent County

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