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 Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 12 students
- 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:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1905
Student Body
Total Students
12 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 21%
Students 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
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform: red or white shirt/blue pants/shorts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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%
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Mary Continuation School's ranking?
St. Mary Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Oldest founding date.
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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