St. Mary's Elementary School works in partnership with families, the community, and the Church to provide a nurturing environment for students in kindergarten through grade three.
The school is a center where teachers and staff, in cooperation with families, guide the child's early development in faith, academics and self-esteem.
St. Mary's School accomplishes this by instructing the children in Catholic doctrine, preparing them for liturgies and the reception of the sacraments, and providing opportunities to live their faith; developing the child's potential by offering an academic curriculum strong in the the fundamental skills with attention given to individual needs; and assisting children to grow in self-esteem and self-discipline within an environment based on mutual love, respect, and parental support.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
141 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- St. Mary's Elementary School works in partnership with families, the community, and the Church to provide a nurturing environment for students in kindergarten through grade three. The school is a center where teachers and staff, in cooperation with families, guide the child's early development in faith, academics and self-esteem. St. Mary's School accomplishes this by instructing the children in Catholic doctrine, preparing them for liturgies and the reception of the sacraments, and providing opportunities to live their faith; developing the child's potential by offering an academic curriculum strong in the the fundamental skills with attention given to individual needs; and assisting children to grow in self-esteem and self-discipline within an environment based on mutual love, respect, and parental support.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School often compared to?
St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Lawrence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School located?
St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School is located in the St Marys neighborhood of Lafayette, IN.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School vs. St. Lawrence Elementary School
The nearest high school to St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School is Central Catholic Junior Senior High School (1.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Boniface School (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Lafayette Christian School (0.9 miles away)
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Grades: 4-6 | 114 students 0.3 miles 813 North St
Lafayette, IN 47901
(765) 742-7913
Lafayette, IN 47901
(765) 742-7913
0.3
4-6
114
St. James Lutheran Elementary School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Grades: K-8 | 159 students 0.4 miles 615 N 8th St
Lafayette, IN 47901
(765) 742-6464
Lafayette, IN 47901
(765) 742-6464
0.4
K-8
159
Grades: PK-8 | 369 students 0.9 miles 525 N 26th Street
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 447-3052
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 447-3052
0.9
PK-8
369
St. Lawrence Elementary School
(Catholic)
Grades: K-6 | 171 students 1.2 miles 1902 Meharry St
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 742-4450
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 742-4450
1.2
K-6
171
Grades: PK-6 | 250 students 1.4 miles 2552 Soldiers Home Rd.
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 464-1133
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 464-1133
1.4
PK-6
250
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