The mission of St. Hugo of the Hills School is to provide students with an educational environment in which the teachings of the Catholic faith are instilled, nurtured and demonstrated.
These teachings constitute an integral part of the school's academic program and the St. Hugo school community.
Strengthened by the values inherent in these teachings, students and staff are challenged to live with the conviction that, as Catholic Christians in today's world, it must be different with us.
The school provides an environment of academic excellence giving each student the opportunity to develop as a whole person: spiritually, socially, physically, emotionally, and intellectually in order to meet the challenges of the future.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,400
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Hugo Of The Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2009
Campus Size
30
School Motto
As Followers of Jesus, It Must be Different with Us
Student Body
Total Students
723 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- The mission of St. Hugo of the Hills School is to provide students with an educational environment in which the teachings of the Catholic faith are instilled, nurtured and demonstrated. These teachings constitute an integral part of the school's academic program and the St. Hugo school community. Strengthened by the values inherent in these teachings, students and staff are challenged to live with the conviction that, as Catholic Christians in today's world, it must be different with us. The school provides an environment of academic excellence giving each student the opportunity to develop as a whole person: spiritually, socially, physically, emotionally, and intellectually in order to meet the challenges of the future.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Hugo Of The Hills Elementary School cost?
St. Hugo Of The Hills Elementary School's tuition is approximately $8,400 for private students.
What schools are St. Hugo Of The Hills Elementary School often compared to?
St. Hugo Of The Hills Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Holy Name Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Hugo Of The Hills Elementary School's ranking?
St. Hugo Of The Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Hugo Of The Hills Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Hugo Of The Hills Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
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St. Hugo has a commitment to its mission "It must be different with us" and that shows in the way every student and member of the school community is given every opportunity to excel, to grow, to be accepted and celebrated, and to develop a solid foundation in academics, faith, athletics, extracurriculars, and a Christian responsibility to live tenets such as kindness and actively helping others. The school is always striving to improve, to create more opportunities for students, and to educate and support the whole person. It's one of the few schools outside of high schools or universities that has a solid student-centered educational philosophy. The school also works very hard to offer staff and services to support inclusive education and welcome students with differences, understanding that even without public school funding, inclusion is possible and can be done well (even if not on the same scale as at a public school) when educators want to make it possible and are open to creative solutions. The school also listens to new opportunities for extracurriculars and curriculum changes voiced by the community and makes informed, evidence-based decisions to offer as many beneficial opportunities as the school can support. As an alum, I know St. Hugo was central to my development as a person and a Catholic, and the school is even better now when my children are students there. After some shockingly bad experiences at other local catholic schools, St. Hugo has proven itself as a community of amazing educators and families and an institution that lives the words of its mission statement.
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