St Mary Elementary School
2000 Richmond Avenue, Mattoon, IL, 61938-0619 - View a map of this school Map
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School Notes Overview:

The small teacher-student ratio allows each child to receive the one-on-one instruction necessary to progress more quickly, to reinforce concepts, and to achieve mastery. At St. Mary School every child is important and every child is taught at their academic level and taken as far as possible during each academic year. We strive to teach the academic skills while incorporating our faith and values into each day's lessons. Children learn to "do what Jesus would do" as they practice taking turns, sharing, treating others with respect, praying for those in need, and working to meet the needs of others. ...read more  

School Overview:
St Mary Elementary School
School Level Elementary school
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 5
Year Founded 1863
County Coles County, IL
Student Body
Total Students 118 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( IL ) Elementary School Avg.
% Students of Color 10% 33%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 43 students
Kind - 15 students
Grade 1 - 10 students
Grade 2 - 15 students
Grade 3 - 12 students
Grade 4 - 9 students
Grade 5 - 12 students
Grade 8 - 2 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 8 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 25%
Classroom dress code Casual
This School ( IL ) Elementary School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:15 1:17
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 176 days 176 days
Hours in School Day for Students 5 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Aug. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost $1
Tuition Notes Tuition for Preschool varies depending upon number of days and whether 1/2 day or full day.
Headmaster Michele Buerster
Admissions Director Mrs. Kristen Watson
 
School Notes:
  • St. Mary School is working to develop flexible programs to meet the needs of today's busy families. Before and After School Programs as well as full and half day preschool programs available.
  • Profile last updated: 02/11/2008

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About This Zip Code ( 61938 )
School Zip ( 61938 ) ( IL ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 22,264 people 12,415,876 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 23% 24%
Population Average Age 38 years old 34.7 years old
Average Household Size 2.3 persons 2.6 persons
Median Household Income $34,437 $47,574
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.2 rooms 5.3 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 52 years old 51 years old
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Zipcode (61938)



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% Owning / % Renting 66% / 34% 61% / 39%
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1. St Johns Lutheran School - 133 students - view location
2. Little Creek School - 18 students - view location
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