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St. Mary Catholic School

628 S Lafayette Ave Royal Oak, MI 48067

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 299 students
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 299 students
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
299 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
17 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • St Mary Catholic School aim is to provide a quality education in a faith-filled environment which nurtures Catholic values and academic achievement.
  • We work with families to promote the child's spiritual, academic and social growth.
  • We also respect the uniqueness of each child and celebrate their diverse gifts and talents.
  • St Mary Catholic School aim is to provide a quality education in a faith-filled environment which nurtures Catholic values and academic achievement. We work with families to promote the child's spiritual, academic and social growth. We also respect the uniqueness of each child and celebrate their diverse gifts and talents.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Mary Catholic School often compared to?
St. Mary Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Shrine Catholic Grade School & ECC by visitors of our site.
What is St. Mary Catholic School's ranking?
St. Mary Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Oakland County, MI is $17,282 for elementary schools and $18,749 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Oakland County, MI is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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