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St. Mary Elementary School

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St. Mary Preschool is based on Christian values which foster each child's individuality with respect for the school community.

Our child centered environment provides a loving, safe, first school experience, which focuses on the development of the whole child.

Children construct knowledge through the discovery and exploration inherent in developmentally appropriate activities.

Our preschool provides a loving, safe, stimulating, and Christian environment that values and respects the individuality of each child.

Our child-centered program strives to enhance the total development of each child: spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social, and physical.

Play is a critical component to an excellent early childhood education.

Our curriculum offers opportunities for each child to develop his or her own knowledge through the discovery and exploration inherent in quality play activities.

Above all, our priority is to provide an exciting and happy school experience for young children.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 218 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,350
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

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Student Body

Total Students

218 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

31%

State avg.: 31%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

30 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,350

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. Mary Elementary School's tuition is approximately $8,350 for private students.

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 218 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,350
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Worcester County, MA is $18,631 for elementary schools and $40,828 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Worcester County, MA is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).