St. Mary Elementary School
Tel:
(708) 442-5747
- St. Mary Catholic School is a vital and valued ministry within the evangelizing mission of St. Mary's Parish of Riverside and its neighboring suburbs, and of the global Catholic community. Believing that each student is a child of God, St. Mary School challenges each to achieve academic excellence, to embrace the gospel message, and to make a difference in the world through Christian witness, service, and leadership.
- The mission of St. Mary School is to provide the children of St. Mary's parish family with a firm foundation in the Catholic faith, traditions, and moral values; and to prepare them to become well-educated Catholic adults who will provide leadership and service within the church and society in the 21st century.
- St. Mary is a very special community in which teachers and administrators are united and work in harmony with parents, who we recognize as the primary educators.
- It is a partnership that is dedicated to the full realization of each child`s spiritual, academic, and life skills potential.
- At home and at school, together we endeavor to integrate God`s message into the children`s daily activities and encourage them to embrace the meaning of social concern and service to others.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 443 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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St. Mary Elementary School places among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
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- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Year Founded | 1926 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 443 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 23% State avg.: 32% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 23 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 19:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 20 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (uniforms) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Admissions Director | Nicole Nolazco |
| Admissions Associate | Judi Vrablik |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 4 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Soccer, Track and Field, VolleyballBasketball, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 5 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Chess Club, Math Club Arts and Music Programs: Band Program, Choir, School Play |
School Notes
- St. Mary Catholic School is a vital and valued ministry within the evangelizing mission of St. Mary's Parish of Riverside and its neighboring suburbs, and of the global Catholic community. Believing that each student is a child of God, St. Mary School challenges each to achieve academic excellence, to embrace the gospel message, and to make a difference in the world through Christian witness, service, and leadership. The mission of St. Mary School is to provide the children of St. Mary's parish family with a firm foundation in the Catholic faith, traditions, and moral values; and to prepare them to become well-educated Catholic adults who will provide leadership and service within the church and society in the 21st century. St. Mary`s is a very special community in which teachers and administrators are united and work in harmony with parents, who we recognize as the primary educators. It is a partnership that is dedicated to the full realization of each child`s spiritual, academic, and life skills potential. At home and at school, together we endeavor to integrate God`s message into the children`s daily activities and encourage them to embrace the meaning of social concern and service to others.
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