St. Mary Catholic School

503 Saint John Street Garden City, KS 67846
www.stmaryschoolgc.com

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 113 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: May. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 113 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: May. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Mary Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:

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Attribute

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1942
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
113 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
74%
State avg.: 24%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Navy blue dress pants, red cardigan sweater, jumpers/skirts

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
May. 15
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates according to the number of children in the family. Please call for tuition amounts.
% on Financial Aid
5%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$200
Admissions Director
Michelle Mead
Admissions Associate
Lori Nieman
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Track 4-6th grade

School Notes

  • St Mary Elementary School provides an atmosphere that teaches Catholic values and morals, academic excellence, and multicultural awareness.
  • We believe that instilling self discipline and promoting high expectations will develop life long Catholic leaders.
  • St. Mary Catholic School welcomes all denominations.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

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St. Mary Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Dominic Elementary School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Catholic School is May. 15.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Kansas is $9,941 for elementary schools and $12,987 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Kansas is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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