Very Good

#31 of 143 private schools in NE

Top 21% of private schools

St Michael Catholic School

Elementary School

9101 S 78TH ST, Lincoln, NE 68516

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

276

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

276

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Nebraska private schools

#31 of 143

In Lincoln

#3 of 16

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About St Michael Catholic School

St Michael Catholic School is a private elementary school in Lincoln, NE. St Michael Catholic School serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michael Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 143 private schools in NE.

How it compares1.0 pts above NE schools

7.3

This school 7.3 · Very Good
NE avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

St Michael 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.

St Michael Catholic School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Michael Catholic School compares to 58 public schools serving similar grades in Lincoln, NE

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.9:1

This School

13.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

276

This School

493

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.3

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 6.5% vs 0%

Asian 0.4% vs 0%

St Michael Catholic School Lincoln Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Michael Catholic School (this school)	—	276	10.9:1	7.3
MOORE MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.7 mi	759	19.5:1	8.0
WYSONG ELEMENTARY	1.4 mi	734	17.1:1	8.6
KLOEFKORN ELEMENTARY	2.1 mi	495	16.5:1	7.3
HUMANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	507	14.5:1	8.0
MAXEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.8 mi	665	15.1:1	7.8
CAVETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	561	16:1	8.2
ZEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	379	13.5:1	6.1
POUND MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.8 mi	719	14.7:1	6.7
ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.9 mi	757	16.5:1	8.2
LUX MIDDLE SCHOOL	4.1 mi	808	17.2:1	7.0
SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL	4.2 mi	1,103	16.5:1	7.5
CALVERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.4 mi	336	14:1	4.4
HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.6 mi	396	13.2:1	6.8
ROUSSEAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.9 mi	558	13.9:1	8.0
MORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.1 mi	364	14:1	7.3
HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.5 mi	387	13.3:1	7.5
BEATTIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.7 mi	350	13.5:1	7.4
SHERIDAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.7 mi	372	14.3:1	8.2
PYRTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.9 mi	450	14.1:1	7.6
IRVING MIDDLE SCHOOL	6.0 mi	828	14:1	5.8

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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 NE.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.9:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.8 / 10

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School Day Length 8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,392

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 17%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 276

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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 NE

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 90.9%

Hispanic 6.5%

Two or More 2.2%

Asian 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9101 S 78TH ST, Lincoln, NE 68516

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Michael Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WYSONG ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAVETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lincoln, see our Lincoln schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MOORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln	0.7 mi	759	8.0
BERNIKLAU EDUCATION SOLUTIONS TEAM Lincoln	1.6 mi	18	—
WYSONG ELEMENTARY Lincoln	1.4 mi	734	8.6
KLOEFKORN ELEMENTARY Lincoln	2.1 mi	495	7.3
MAXEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	2.8 mi	665	7.8
HUMANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	2.7 mi	507	8.0
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln	3.1 mi	297	6.6
ZEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	3.5 mi	379	6.1
CAVETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	3.0 mi	561	8.2
LUX MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln	4.1 mi	808	7.0
POUND MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln	3.8 mi	719	6.7
GEORGE STONE SDA ELEMENTARY Lincoln	4.3 mi	23	—
COLLEGE VIEW ACADEMY Lincoln	4.4 mi	219	7.1
CALVERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	4.4 mi	336	4.4
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Lincoln	4.9 mi	410	6.5
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lincoln	5.1 mi	153	4.3
ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	3.9 mi	757	8.2
MORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln	5.1 mi	364	7.3
SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln	4.2 mi	1,103	7.5
CATHEDRAL OF THE RISEN CHRIST SCHOOL Lincoln	5.0 mi	336	6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,093

Median Home Value

$331,600

Median Rent

$1,213/mo

Population

47,389

College Educated

55.2%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

37.8

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AXTELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Axtell, NE	190	7.3
CROFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton, NE	187	7.3
MORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE	364	7.3
RED CLOUD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Red Cloud, NE	177	7.3
CONESTOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Murray, NE	375	7.2
OAK VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE	241	7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Michael Catholic School

What grades does St Michael Catholic School serve?

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

How many students attend St Michael Catholic School?

St Michael Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Michael Catholic School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Michael Catholic School rank in NE?

St Michael Catholic School ranks #31 of 143 private schools in NE.

What is St Michael Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Michael Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Michael Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Michael 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 Michael Catholic School a religious school?

St Michael Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 6 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 16 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 31 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 276
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 25
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 8 hours
Days Per Year: 174 days
Setting: Fringe Rural
County: Lancaster County
Phone: (402) 488-1313

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