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#335 of 462 private schools in MI
St Thecla School
Elementary School
20762 S NUNNELEY RD, Clinton Township, MI 48035
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#335 of 462
In Clinton Township
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Thecla School
Elementary School in Clinton Township · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thecla School
St Thecla School is a private elementary school in Clinton Township, MI. St Thecla School serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thecla School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #335 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
St Thecla 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 Thecla School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Clinton Township, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thecla School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Charles C McGlinnen School | 2.8 |
| Clintondale Middle School | 3.8 |
| Walt Disney Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Robbie Hall Parker School | 3.1 |
| Rainbow Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Tenniswood Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Salk Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Huron Academy Grades 38 | 7.2 |
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
20762 S NUNNELEY RD, Clinton Township, MI 48035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thecla School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI STEPPING STONES (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Mount Clemens), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rainbow Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mt Clemens Montessori Academy (rated 5.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Mount Clemens), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Clinton Township, see our Clinton Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Charles C McGlinnen School Clinton Township | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Clintondale Middle School Clinton Township | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Clintondale High School Clinton Township | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| iCampus Virtual Learning School Clinton Twp | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Algonquin Middle School Clinton Twp | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Seminole Academy Mount Clemens | 0.9 mi | 2.2 |
| Clinton Valley Elementary School Mount Clemens | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Ottawa Elementary School Clinton Twp | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Rainbow Elementary School Clinton Township | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Mt Clemens Montessori Academy Mount Clemens | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Walt Disney Elementary School Clinton Township | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Robbie Hall Parker School Clinton Township | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Prevail Academy Mount Clemens | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Tenniswood Elementary School Clinton Township | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Salk Elementary School Clinton Township | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Neil E Reid High School Clinton Township | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Mount Clemens High School Mount Clemens | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Mount Clemens Middle School Mount Clemens | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| MONTESSORI STEPPING STONES Mount Clemens | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Lutz School for Work Experience Clinton Township | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,245
Median Home Value
$181,300
Median Rent
$1,111/mo
Population
33,619
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thecla School
What grades does St Thecla School serve?
St Thecla School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Thecla School?
St Thecla School has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thecla School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thecla School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thecla School rank in MI?
St Thecla School ranks #335 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Thecla School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thecla School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thecla School a private school?
Yes, St Thecla 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 Thecla School a religious school?
St Thecla School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 243
- Gender Split
- 91% M / 9% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Macomb County
- Phone
- (586) 791-2170
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