Saint Mary School

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The mission of St. Mary School is to provide Catholic education in a Christ-centered environment which enables students to attain religious and academic excellence.
PreSchool through Grade 6 are offered.  Saint Mary School provides a balance of quality religious education and opportunities for all students.
The learning program promotes value-oriented education with academic excellence in a personalized learning environment.
Parent involvement and support are essential.  St. Mary School exists as a part of the Catholic School System of the Diocese of Sioux City.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
  • Enrollment: 207 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,200
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Saint Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Year Founded
1920

Student Body

Total Students
207 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Saint Mary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
St. Mary’s Parish Tuition 1 student $ 2200, 2 students $ 4400, 3 students $ 6270, 4 students $ 8030Non-Parishioner Tuition 1 student $ 2860, 2 students $ 5720, 3 students $ 8151, 4 students $ 10,439
% on Financial Aid
56%
Admissions Director
Cindy Edge, Principal
Admissions Associate
Stephanie Larscheid
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Saint Mary School cost?
Saint Mary School's tuition is approximately $2,200 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Saint Mary School?
The application deadline for Saint Mary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
  • Enrollment: 207 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,200
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Iowa is $5,810 for elementary schools and $10,792 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Iowa is 94% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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