Lake Michigan Catholic Elementry Schools exist to provide a unique Catholic educational experience, which encompasses the whole person: spiritual, moral, intellectual, emotional, and physical.
We strive for excellence in order to develop the student's potential into talents and abilities channeled for the service of God and the betterment of humankind and self.
Teachers are expected to create a positive learning environment integrated with Catholic values.
Teachers are to exemplify a Catholic faith-based lifestyle. Non-Catholic staff must model as positive Christian mentors and support the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
262 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, rooted in Sacred Scripture and centered on the Eucharist, Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School embraces the values of Education, Faith, and Citizenship.
- Lake Michigan Catholic Elementry Schools exist to provide a unique Catholic educational experience, which encompasses the whole person: spiritual, moral, intellectual, emotional, and physical. We strive for excellence in order to develop the student's potential into talents and abilities channeled for the service of God and the betterment of humankind and self. Teachers are expected to create a positive learning environment integrated with Catholic values. Teachers are to exemplify a Catholic faith-based lifestyle. Non-Catholic staff must model as positive Christian mentors and support the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School cost?
Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School?
The acceptance rate of Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Michigan with low acceptance rates.
What is Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School?
The application deadline for Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 17³Ô¹Ïs
The nearest high school to Lake Michigan Cath. Elementary School is Michigan Lutheran High School (3.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Christ Lutheran School (1.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Great Lakes Montessori (1.2 miles away)
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Miles
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Students
Great Lakes Montessori
Montessori School (Christian)
Grades: PK-K | 118 students 1.2 miles 3084 Niles Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 556-0354
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 556-0354
1.2
PK-K
118
Christ Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Grades: PK-8 | 91 students 1.5 miles 4333 Cleveland Ave
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-7111
Stevensville, MI 49127
(269) 429-7111
1.5
PK-8
91
Grades: NS-8 1.9 miles 501 Zollar Drive
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 925-3544
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 925-3544
1.9
NS-8
n/a
Grace Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
Grades: PK-8 | 180 students 2.1 miles 404 East Glenlord Road
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-4951
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-4951
2.1
PK-8
180
Grades: 9-12 | 118 students 3 miles 615 E Marquette Woods Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-7861
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-7861
3
9-12
118
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