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St. Mary Cathedral School

321 N Otsego Ave Gaylord, MI 49735
Tel: (989) 732-5801

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,899
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • St. Mary Cathedral High School is a private, Roman Catholic high school in Gaylord, Michigan.
  • It is located in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Gaylord.
  • As of 2019, the principal is Jerry Belanger.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,899
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. Mary Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body
School Resources
Largest endowments

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeSt. Mary Cathedral School
Pre-K57
Kind30
123
230
331
417
616
712
834
913
1016
1121
1212
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Year Founded
1925
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Building the Future through Faith and Knowledge

Student Body

Total Students
312 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
16 students
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$5,899
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Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
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Endowment Size
$60 million

Sports

Colors
Blue, White
School Mascot
Snowbirds

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Alumni associated with Harvard University -
    • Alumni who attended Michigan Technological University -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary Cathedral School cost?
St. Mary Cathedral School's tuition is approximately $5,899 for private students.
What schools are St. Mary Cathedral School often compared to?
St. Mary Cathedral School is often viewed alongside schools like Grace Baptist Christian School, Otsego Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary Cathedral School?
The acceptance rate of St. Mary Cathedral School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
Who are famous alumni from St. Mary Cathedral School?
St. Mary Cathedral School famous alumni include: Alumni associated with Harvard University and Alumni who attended Michigan Technological University.
What is St. Mary Cathedral School's ranking?
St. Mary Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Cathedral School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Cathedral School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 27, 2027 (Saturday)
Spring Break
March 28, 2027 (Sunday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)

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