Catholic Pre-K-12 school in Arizona honoring Native heritage with small classes, learning support, and affordable tuition starting at $5,000
St. Michael Indian School serves Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade students from local Native American communities in Saint Michaels, Arizona. Founded in 1902 by Saint Katharine Drexel, the school provides a quality Catholic education that honors Native heritage while developing leadership skills and cultural competence. The school is dual accredited and operates as a day school with an average class size of 16 students, creating an intimate learning environment.
SMIS offers specialized support through its Learning Difference Programs, designed to help students with learning disabilities and other learning differences succeed academically. With 80% of faculty holding advanced degrees and a strong commitment to individualized support, the school works to meet diverse student needs. The curriculum includes comprehensive academic courses alongside enrichment opportunities in arts, music, robotics, and athletics, allowing students to develop their strengths and interests.
Tuition is affordable and accessible, ranging from $5,000 for preschool to $7,250 for grades 6-12, with 95% of students receiving financial aid (average grant of $6,750). Rolling admissions with a 90% acceptance rate make enrollment straightforward. Contact Admissions Director Renee Tsinnie at (505) 979-5590 Ext. 2018 or visit stmichaelindianschool.org to learn more about how SMIS can support your child's educational journey.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-12
Students389
Class Size16:1 ratio
Tuition$5,000
Fin. Aid95% receive aid
Est.1902
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1902 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $5,000 |
| Tuition Notes | 2024 - 20254 Academic Year $5,000 Preschool 3 & 4 year olds $6,250 Kindergarten -5th grade $7,250 6th Grade to 8th Grade $7,250 9th to 12th Grade |
| Total Students | 389 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 32 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 80 |
| Average Class Size | 16 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Renee Tsinnie |
| Admissions Associate | Trey Holgate |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 90 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 95 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $6,750 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 99 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Soccer · Softball · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · After School Enrichment Program · Book Club · High School Student Council · Middle School Student Council · Musical Productions · National Honor Society (NHS) · National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) · Robotics · Spelling Bee · Student Ambassador Program · Work Study · Arts and Music Programs: · Elementary Choir · High School Choir |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Contact the school
(505) 979-5590 Ext. 20181 Lupton Rd (PO Box 650), Saint Michaels, Arizona 86511
stmichaelindianschool.org