St. Patrick School PK-12 (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

Home > Michigan > Ionia County > Portland

St. Patrick School PK-12

122 West Street Portland, MI 48875

Tel: (517) 647-7551

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MI School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 388 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,400
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

REQUEST INFO

SAVE SCHOOL

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MI School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 388 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,400
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Patrick School PK-12 ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

View Data

Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Patrick School PK-12
Nursery	56
Pre-K	30
Kind	30
1	22
2	18
3	23
4	28
5	18
6	22
7	23
8	25
9	24
10	23
11	20
12	26

Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON

Download Full School Data: Full School Dataset XML | Full School Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

Year Founded

1906

School Calendar

Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 4, 2027

School Motto

We Pray! We Learn! We Achieve!

Student Body

Total Students

388 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

20 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

23 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Uniforms Required

Number of AP Courses

4 courses

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,400

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

High school students pay an additional $600.00 and there is a 50 registration fee for all students

Acceptance Rate

99%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

90%

Admissions Director

Mr. Randy Hodge

Admissions Associate

Cassey Lenneman

Application URL

Endowment Size

$3.5 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingCheering

Cross CountryE-sports

FootballGolf

RiflerySoftball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Colors

White, Green

School Mascot

Shamrock

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

1 extracurricular

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess Club

School Notes

St. Patrick School has been providing an enriching Catholic education for children in grades first through eight for for over 100 years and through grade twelve for over 60 years.
We are committed to providing a learning environment for all students to develop in mind, body and spirit.
At St. Patrick, students experience a challenging curriculum integrated with Catholic values that prepare them for a changing world.
Our curriculum meets Diocesan, State, and National Standards and is designed to prepare students for higher learning.
College preparatory classes, 1:1 chromebook program, access to the Ionia County Career Center courses, and a school to work program complement the core curriculum.
Students in all grades participate in daily prayer, twice weekly liturgies, retreats, and service projects help build their spirituality and character.
At St. Patrick, all students experience an optimum student to teacher ratio, which promotes a strong environment for learning.
At Portland St. Patrick we strive to make excellence our standard.

St. Patrick School has been providing an enriching Catholic education for children in grades first through eight for almost 100 years and through grade twelve for over 50 years. We are committed to providing a learning environment for all students to develop in mind, body and spirit. At St. Patrick, students experience a challenging curriculum integrated with Catholic values that prepare them for a changing world. Our curriculum meets Diocesan, State, and National Standards and is designed to prepare students for higher learning. College preparatory classes, a new computer lab, and Internet access in all classrooms complement the core curriculum. Students in all grades participate in daily prayer, weekly liturgies, and service projects that help build their spirituality and character. At St. Patrick, all students experience an optimum student to teacher ratio, which promotes a strong environment for learning. At Portland St. Patrick we strive to make excellence our standard.

Source: Verified school update

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Patrick School PK-12 cost?

St. Patrick School PK-12's tuition is approximately $4,400 for private students.

What schools are St. Patrick School PK-12 often compared to?

St. Patrick School PK-12 is often viewed alongside schools like Ss Peter & Paul Elementary School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Patrick School PK-12?

The acceptance rate of St. Patrick School PK-12 is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.

What sports does St. Patrick School PK-12 offer?

St. Patrick School PK-12 offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, E-sports, Football, Golf, Riflery, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Patrick School PK-12 is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for most sports offered.

What is St. Patrick School PK-12's ranking?

St. Patrick School PK-12 ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Patrick School PK-12?

The application deadline for St. Patrick School PK-12 is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

Endorse St. Patrick School PK-12. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

September 08, 2026

When Your Child Outpaces the 草榴社区 School Curriculum

Learn what parents can do when a child finishes private school coursework early, including acceleration, curriculum compacting, advanced classes, enrichment, and signs the school needs a new plan.

September 08, 2026

How Much Teacher Access Does Your Child Get?

Learn how to evaluate teacher access at private schools, including extra-help time, advising, communication, academic support, and the questions families should ask before choosing a school today.

September 08, 2026

When a 草榴社区 School Teacher Leaves Midyear

When a private school teacher leaves midyear, parents need clear answers. Learn what schools should do, what children may experience, and when a departure signals deeper concerns.

Request Info

Email:

Name of parent:

Student first name:

Student last name:

Student date of birth:

Student is:

Male

Female

Currently in grade:

Seeking entry for grade:

Target start date:

Please briefly describe academic, athletic, and extracurricular interests of the student:

Home address:

City:

Country:

State:

Zip: (enter "N/A" if not applicable)

Phone:

Save this data and create your user profile. Create your own user account so you don't have to re-type your user data each time you request information. You'll also be able to track your information requests, get reminded of application dates, and more!

Username:

Password:

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Michigan is $9,304 for elementary schools and $13,825 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Michigan is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).