St. Mary Central School

24 N 4th St Martins Ferry, OH 43935
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 132 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • St. Mary Central School's mission is to foster a christ-like attitude while prompting quality education.
  • We exist to teach the doctrine and traditions of the catholic church, to help others witness to christ and to serve the community.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 132 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
132 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Motto: We model Jesus, serve others, and strive for the development of the entire individual – spirit, mind and body.
  • St. Mary Central School's mission is to foster a christ-like attitude while prompting quality education. We exist to teach the doctrine and traditions of the catholic church, to help others witness to christ and to serve the community.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Ohio is $9,094 for elementary schools and $13,194 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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