St. Jude's Home for Boys is a residential group facility for males, ages 12 to 17 suffering from the effects of abuse and/or neglect.
Many of these clients have failed in foster homes or relative placements.
The St. Jude's Program, established in 1987, is the original flagship program of Wolverine Human Services.
St. Jude's offers a milieu of services focused on preparing clients to transition back into the community and providing them the skills and support necessary to succeed.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Jude's Home For Boys ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Helping Children and Families to be Victors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Jude's Home For Boys?
The application deadline for St. Jude's Home For Boys is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Jude's Home For Boys located?
St. Jude's Home For Boys is located in the Mapleridge neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other private schools located in Mapleridge.
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The nearest elementary school is St. Clare Of Montefalco School (2.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Mt. Calvary Lutheran School (0.6 miles away)
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