Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Mary Elementary And Junior High
About the School
- St. Mary School takes pride in student achievement and continues to have a wonderful spirit of learning.
- We are strongly committed to maintaining a positive educational climate; one that is indicative of the Christian values we teach.
- The success of our endeavors is contingent upon the excellent cooperation which exists between St. Mary parents, teachers and students.
- The philosophy of this school is to lead the students to reach their true potential - academically, physically, socially, culturally and most importantly, spiritually.
- We strive for academic excellence by developing essential self-directed learning and critical thinking skills.
- Knowledge is emphasized rather than grades as is cooperation rather than competition.
- The students are encouraged to develop healthy bodies through physical education classes and an extracurricular sports program.
- The emphasis of these programs are skill development and good sportsmanship.
- Opportunities are provided for the students to engage in service activities in the school, parish, and community.
- Through these activities the students develop into responsible citizens and show respect and care for all individuals.
- The goal spiritually is for each student to develop a personal relationship with God, through Jesus Christ, as taught in the Scripture and Sacred Tradition.
- God's truth and message are integrated into all learning.
- All faculty and staff are responsible for creating an atmosphere of Faith.
- Through this framework of academic, physical, spiritual, social, and cultural growth, each child is encouraged and guided to discover his/her own gift and to realize the full value of this gift from God.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
216 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 34%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Notable Scientist (Graduated 1995) -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Mary Elementary And Junior High often compared to?
St. Mary Elementary And Junior High is often viewed alongside schools like St. Anne School, Faith Christian School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from St. Mary Elementary And Junior High?
St. Mary Elementary And Junior High famous alumni include: John Doe, Notable Scientist (Graduated 1995).
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Elementary And Junior High?
The application deadline for St. Mary Elementary And Junior High is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Mary Elementary And Junior High is Faith Christian School (6.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Anne School (1.5 miles away)
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(815) 625-3800
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