St. Mary Grade School

St. Mary School strives for a united community of academic excellence and stewardship by embracing the Gospel and carrying the light of Christ.
St. Mary School will offer a broad curriculum to fit the needs and levels in the intellectual range of all students by providing academic, religious, and activity programs which give each individual the opportunity to develop his/her potential.
We believe this can be attained through the joint efforts of students, parents, staff, and community.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 234 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12

Student Body

Total Students
234 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
St. Mary Grade School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Motto: Saint Mary Catholic Schools Strives for a united community of academic excellence and stewardship by embracing the Gospel and carrying the light of Christ.
  • St. Mary School strives for a united community of academic excellence and stewardship by embracing the Gospel and carrying the light of Christ. St. Mary School will offer a broad curriculum to fit the needs and levels in the intellectual range of all students by providing academic, religious, and activity programs which give each individual the opportunity to develop his/her potential. We believe this can be attained through the joint efforts of students, parents, staff, and community.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 234 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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