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St. Mary Elementary School

209 N Westphalia St Westphalia, MI 48894

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • St. Mary Elementary School in Wephalia, MI offers co–ed education for grades K through 6 in a rural community setting.
  • Founded in 1836, the school is among the olde private elementary schools in Michigan.
  • The school enrolls 309 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 21:1, supported by 15 teachers.
  • The udent body includes a small percentage of racial diversity, with 0.32% students of color represented.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

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Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1836
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School Motto
St. Mary Catholic School will come to know God, to love God, and to serve God and His people.

Student Body

Total Students
309 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
0%
State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The average private school tuition in Michigan is $7,932 for elementary schools and $12,933 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Michigan is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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