Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Mary Elementary School
About the School
- St. Mary Elementary School in Mount erling, IL, serves 125 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a Catholic, co–ed setting within a town community.
- Founded in 1887, the school has a long hiory among Illinois private schools, offering a Catholic elementary and middle school education.
- The udent–teacher ratio at St. Mary Elementary School is 14:1 with a teaching aff of 9, supporting an average–sized enrollment for the area.
- The school's udent body includes 3.33% students of color, reflecting some diversity within this rural town locale.
- Mary Elementary School is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and other special emphasis associations aligned with its religious affiliation.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. Mary Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Pre-K largest at 33 students, far more than any other grade at St. Mary Elementary School.
Year Founded
1887
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
125 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Mary Elementary School's ranking?
St. Mary Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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