Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,240
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Mary Catholic Community School
About the School
- St. Mary Catholic Community School serves 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
- The student:teacher of St. Mary Catholic Community School is 19:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,240
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. Mary Catholic Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
School History
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1872
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
468 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 26%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Abi Small - Current student at Marquette University, member of National Honor Society. -
- Nikki Gerodemos - Earned Indiana 'Rising Star' Honors. -
- Kathryn Strimbu - Valedictorian at Andrean High School, University of Notre Dame attendee. -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mary Catholic Community School cost?
St. Mary Catholic Community School's tuition is approximately $4,240 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from St. Mary Catholic Community School?
St. Mary Catholic Community School famous alumni include: Abi Small - Current student at Marquette University, member of National Honor Society., Nikki Gerodemos - Earned Indiana 'Rising Star' Honors. and Kathryn Strimbu - Valedictorian at Andrean High School, University of Notre Dame attendee..
What is St. Mary Catholic Community School's ranking?
St. Mary Catholic Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Catholic Community School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Catholic Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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