Holy Name Catholic School is a preschool - 8th grade & Holy Name High School-A Chesterton Academy for grades 9th and 10th grades, are private schools located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Our mission is educating students to be critical thinkers through the lens of the gospels - the Good, the True, and the Beautiful. With a history of being a cornerstone in our community of Escanaba.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Name Catholic 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-10
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
294 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform for Gr 1-10
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Call school for current information
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Science Olympiad Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama Productions
Science Olympiad Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama Productions
School Notes
- It's more than a school...It's a way of life!.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Holy Name Catholic School offer?
Holy Name Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football and Track and Field.
What is Holy Name Catholic School's ranking?
Holy Name Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Holy Name Catholic School?
The application deadline for Holy Name Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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