St. Mary Catholic School
St. Mary School has over one hundred years of tradition educating boys and girls in a faith-based community.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,700
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1916
Student Body
Total Students
217 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus, Musical Theater
Chess Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus, Musical Theater
School Notes
- Academic excellence and Catholic identity are at the heart of St. Mary Catholic School. Our curriculum is oriented to create an individualized academic experience for each student.
- Our faculty recognize that not every student has the same academic and emotional needs. Through our inclusive education mindset, we have the resources to support students with gifted capabilities and students with special needs.
- Our curriculum emphasizes the basic skills necessary for each grade based on the State of Illinois and the Diocesan of Rockford standards. The curriculum ensures rigor, a commitment to Catholic education, and a prioritization of skills and standards.
- Reading, English, math, spelling, science, social studies, and foreign language are taught at all grade levels. Our math and reading curriculums provide our students in grades K-8 the opportunity to learn at an accelerated level or receive additional academic assistance. Spanish is integrated into our kindergarten through fifth-grade core curriculums taught three times a week. Our sixth and seventh-grade students are also taught Spanish weekly as a specials class, and our eighth-grade students learn a year of French.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mary Catholic School cost?
St. Mary Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,700 for private students.
What sports does St. Mary Catholic School offer?
St. Mary Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Mary Catholic School's ranking?
St. Mary Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/18/2021
Our decision to have our children at St Mary's (Woodstock IL.) Was the best decision I have ever made. The school is Solid Catholic, Loving and always going the extra mile to serve with wisdom in mind, not to mention excellent academics. We Christians cannot offer to send our children to public schools- where they teach and encourage communism/ Marxist ideas. This school has a support program for those of low income like myself. My two little boys have never been so happy, making new friends and learning prayers, songs and much more.
5 1/28/2012
Every parent wants the BEST for their child. Public vs private education can be a difficult choice in this economy.When my daughter was entering kindergarten I checked out ALL the options. I knew I wanted to start her education strong in order to establish a solid base for her future of learning. I wanted her to be in an environment that she would enjoy learning, get individual attention, be challenged, in a safe environment surrounded by friends and family with good character and strong morales. I am so thrilled to have chosen St Marys in Woodstock. It is everything I hoped for and more! This is not a government institution and is worth every dollar I invested and every sacrifice I have made to make this happen. Everyone involved including staff, families and children are OUTSTANDING!!! I have also enrolled my son in their pre-school program for all the same reasons. Thank you St. Marys!!!
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