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St. Mary Continuation School

330 North Main Street
Nevada, MO 64772

St. Mary's School is located in Vernon County and is part of the Kansas City-St.

Joseph Diocese. We provide a quality Catholic education to students of all faiths in small, individualized classroom settings.

Tours are available during the school day and prosepective families are always welcome. Contact us to discover your child's educational options.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked MO School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 12 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Acceptance rate: 25%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Education Association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

Year Founded

1905

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Mon. May 25, 2026

Campus Size

50 acres

Student Body

Total Students

12 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 20%

Students by Grade

St. Mary Continuation School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

11 students

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School uniform: red or white shirt/blue pants/shorts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition rates are dependent upon parishioner status and number of students in the family. We utilize Smart Tuition (a third-party vendor) to assess a family\\\'s financial need for scholarships and to help determine the tuition rate.

% on Financial Aid

35%

Acceptance Rate

25%

National avg.: 81%

Endowment Size

$50 million

School Notes

School Motto: Truth and Honor
School Mascot: Wild Boars

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
- Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary Continuation School cost?

St. Mary Continuation School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary Continuation School?

The acceptance rate of St. Mary Continuation School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. St. Mary Continuation School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Missouri with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from St. Mary Continuation School?

St. Mary Continuation School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate and Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner.

What is St. Mary Continuation School's ranking?

St. Mary Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary Continuation School?

The application deadline for St. Mary Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked MO School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 12 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Acceptance rate: 25%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Missouri is $12,521 for elementary schools and $14,932 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Missouri is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).