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#69 of 381 private schools in WA

Top 18% of private schools

St Michael's Academy

School

8500 N SAINT MICHAELS RD, Spokane, WA 99217

Private

Enrollment

124

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#69 of 381

In Spokane

#2 of 21

public schools

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St Michael's Academy

7.5/10

School in Spokane · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About St Michael's Academy

St Michael's Academy is a private school in Spokane, WA. St Michael's Academy serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michael's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares1.1 pts above WA schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • WA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 124 students, St Michael's Academy 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, St Michael's Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Michael's Academy 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 Michael's Academy compares to 92 public schools serving similar grades in Spokane, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
This School
vs
14.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
124
This School
vs
449
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.5
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 19.4% vs 0%
Asian 3.2% vs 0%
St Michael's Academy Spokane Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
St Michael's Academy (this school) 7.5
Orchard Prairie Elementary 6.2
Arlington Elementary 4.5
Spokane International Academy 6.1
Regal Elementary 6.1
Whitman Elementary 6.4
Shiloh Hills Elementary 7.1
On Track Academy 6.9
Pratt Academy 5.4
Shaw Middle School 4.4
Rogers High School 4.3
Garry Middle School 6.0
Cooper Elementary 7.1
Pasadena Park Elementary 6.4
Bemiss Elementary 5.0
Northwood Middle School 6.7
Lidgerwood Elementary 5.0
Farwell Elementary School 8.3
Evergreen Elementary School 7.5
Orchard Center Elementary 7.3
Longfellow Elementary 6.2

Showing 20 of 92 schools. View all schools in Spokane

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 WA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.4:1
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 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 41%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 124
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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 WA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 70.2%
Hispanic 19.4%
Native American 4.8%
Asian 3.2%
Two or More 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8500 N SAINT MICHAELS RD, Spokane, WA 99217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Michael's Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Spokane International Academy (rated 6.1/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, FAITH BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 3.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Spokane, see our Spokane schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Orchard Prairie Elementary Spokane 1.1 mi 6.2
Arlington Elementary Spokane 2.0 mi 4.5
Creekside Elementary School Mead 2.8 mi 8.5
Regal Elementary Spokane 2.9 mi 6.1
Cooper Elementary Spokane 3.3 mi 7.1
Pratt Academy Spokane 3.0 mi 5.4
On Track Academy Spokane 3.0 mi 6.9
SPOKANE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spokane 2.5 mi 5.7
Shaw Middle School Spokane 3.1 mi 4.4
Alternative Northeast Community Center Preschool Spokane 3.2 mi
Whitman Elementary Spokane 2.9 mi 6.4
Mead Open Doors Mead 3.3 mi
FAITH BAPTIST ACADEMY Spokane 3.6 mi 5.8
Mt Spokane High School Mead 3.9 mi 6.9
Bemiss Elementary Spokane 3.5 mi 5.0
Rogers High School Spokane 3.2 mi 4.3
Pasadena Park Elementary Spokane 3.3 mi 6.4
Spokane International Academy Spokane 2.8 mi 6.1
Farwell Elementary School Spokane 3.6 mi 8.3
Northwood Middle School Spokane 3.5 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,807

Median Home Value

$329,300

Median Rent

$1,267/mo

Population

19,893

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Michael's Academy

What grades does St Michael's Academy serve?

St Michael's Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend St Michael's Academy?

St Michael's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michael's Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Michael's Academy is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Michael's Academy rank in WA?

St Michael's Academy ranks #69 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is St Michael's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Michael's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Michael's Academy a private school?

Yes, St Michael's Academy 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's Academy a religious school?

St Michael's Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
124
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Spokane County

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