St. Edward On鈥搕he鈥搇ake Catholic School in Fort Gratiot, MI serves 106 udents from pre鈥搆indergarten through fifth grade in a rural community setting.
The school has a udent鈥搕eacher ratio of 15:1 with a total of seven teachers providing instruction.
As a Catholic co鈥揺d elementary school, it is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association and other school associations.
The udent body includes 2.5% students of color, reflecting some racial diversity within the enrollment.
The campus covers a 22鈥揳cre area, supporting its elementary education programs in Fort Gratiot, Michigan.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
School Calendar
Campus Size
22 acres
Student Body
Total Students
106 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: We promote a Christ-centered environment.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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When is the application deadline for St. Edward On-the-lake Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Edward On-the-lake Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 10/7/2018
The community, education, and religious integration is top notch. Highly recommend this. As a former student I know this shaped my life.
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