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St. Mary Magdalene School

2940 Parkside Rd
Columbus, OH 43204

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Tel: (614) 279-9935

www.saintmarymagschool.org

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St. Mary Magdalene School and professional staff are fully accredited by the State of Ohio Board of Education and the Diocese of Columbus for grades Kindergarten through Eight.

Our mission is to teach Catholic values while providing a quality education in a Christian environment.

A Before and After School Enrichment program and a Pre-School Program are available to serve the needs of younger children and working parents.

The SMM School Board serves as an advisory board for the principal and pastor.

Our Home and School Organization helps coordinate volunteers, organizes fund raisers that benefit our school and students, and hosts school social activities.

The SMM Athletic Association offers football, softball, soccer, basketball and cheerleading programs.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 311 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. Mary Magdalene School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Independent Private Schools Association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1928

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Student Body

Total Students

311 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

69%

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

28:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Admissions Director

[email protected]

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for St. Mary Magdalene School?

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

In what neighborhood is St. Mary Magdalene School located?

St. Mary Magdalene School is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 2 other private schools located in Hilltop.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 311 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Columbus, OH is $12,744 for elementary schools and $19,100 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Columbus, OH is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).