St. Mary of the Lakes School provides a Christian environment in which students are instructed in the foundations of the Catholic Faith and prepared academically to face future challenges.
The academic programs at St. Mary of the Lakes include a pre-school program for three and four-year olds and grades K-8th.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,170
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary Of The Lakes School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
346 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies for pre-k and discounts are available for additional children enrolled.
Admissions Director
Kimberly Tabler
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Battle of the BooksChess Club
Mission ClubYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChildren's Choir
Theater Club
School Notes
- St. Mary of the Lakes School's mission is to provide a Christian environment where the students are instructed in the foundations of the Catholic Faith and prepared academically to face future challenges. The academic programs at St. Mary of the Lakes include a pre-school program for three and four-year olds and grades K-8th.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mary Of The Lakes School cost?
St. Mary Of The Lakes School's tuition is approximately $6,170 for private students.
What schools are St. Mary Of The Lakes School often compared to?
St. Mary Of The Lakes School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Joan Of Arc Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Mary Of The Lakes School offer?
St. Mary Of The Lakes School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Field Hockey, Lacrosse and Soccer.
What is St. Mary Of The Lakes School's ranking?
St. Mary Of The Lakes School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Of The Lakes School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Of The Lakes School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Mary Of The Lakes School is Y.a.l.e. School North II Kirby's Mill (1.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Goddard School (0.5 miles away)
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(856) 667-3034
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110 East Main Street
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(856) 914-4427
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Gloucester Catholic High School
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333 Ridgeway Street
Gloucester City, NJ 08030
(856) 456-4400
Gloucester City, NJ 08030
(856) 456-4400
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23 W Prospect Ave
Moorestown, NJ 08057
(856) 235-7885
Moorestown, NJ 08057
(856) 235-7885
7.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 364 students Tuition listed
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Moorestown, NJ 08057
(856) 914-4427
Moorestown, NJ 08057
(856) 914-4427
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Gr: NS-12 | 608 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 52 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joan Of Arc Elementary School
(Catholic)
101 Evans Rd
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 983-0774
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 983-0774
5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 348 students
250 High Street
Mount Holly, NJ 08060
(609) 267-1728
Mount Holly, NJ 08060
(609) 267-1728
6.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 174 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
402 North Kings Highway
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 667-3034
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 667-3034
9.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 426 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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23 W Prospect Ave
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(856) 235-7885
Moorestown, NJ 08057
(856) 235-7885
7.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 364 students Tuition listed
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(856) 914-4427
Moorestown, NJ 08057
(856) 914-4427
7.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 608 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 52 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
250 High Street
Mount Holly, NJ 08060
(609) 267-1728
Mount Holly, NJ 08060
(609) 267-1728
6.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 174 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
402 North Kings Highway
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 667-3034
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
(856) 667-3034
9.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 426 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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2500 Branch Pike
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(856) 829-2778
Riverton, NJ 08077
(856) 829-2778
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151 Hartford Rd
Medford, NJ 08055
(609) 257-3253
Medford, NJ 08055
(609) 257-3253
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Gr: K-12 | 26 students
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Daycare / Preschool
411 Stokes Rd.
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(609) 953-9111
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(609) 953-9111
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 54 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Little Darlings Of Mt. Laurel
Daycare / Preschool
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(856) 787-0737
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
(856) 787-0737
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 61 students Tuition listed
625 E Main Street
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 596-5304
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 596-5304
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
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Y.a.l.e. School North II Kirby's Mill
Special Education School
151 Hartford Rd
Medford, NJ 08055
(609) 257-3253
Medford, NJ 08055
(609) 257-3253
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 26 students
Center For Education ![Center For Education Photo]( "Center For Education Photo")
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55 E Route 70
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(856) 983-8811
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 983-8811
4.5 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 18 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Legacy Treatment Services, Mary A. Dobbins School
Special Education School
243 Pine St
Mount Holly, NJ 08060
(609) 267-1550
Mount Holly, NJ 08060
(609) 267-1550
6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 49 students
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Special Education School
244 W Route 38
Moorestown, NJ 08057
(856) 545-0800
Moorestown, NJ 08057
(856) 545-0800
7.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 180 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
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(856) 914-4427
Moorestown, NJ 08057
(856) 914-4427
7.5 miles
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Miles
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Y.a.l.e. School North II Kirby's Mill
Special Education School
151 Hartford Rd
Medford, NJ 08055
(609) 257-3253
Medford, NJ 08055
(609) 257-3253
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 26 students
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Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 596-5304
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 596-5304
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Center For Education ![Center For Education Photo]( "Center For Education Photo")
Alternative School
55 E Route 70
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 983-8811
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 983-8811
4.5 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 18 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(856) 983-1630
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 983-1630
5 miles
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101 Evans Rd
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 983-0774
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 983-0774
5 miles
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Miles
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The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
10 Jennings Road
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(609) 714-8686
Medford, NJ 08055
(609) 714-8686
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-K
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Daycare / Preschool
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(609) 953-9111
Medford, NJ 08055
(609) 953-9111
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 54 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Little Darlings Of Mt. Laurel
Daycare / Preschool
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(856) 787-0737
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
(856) 787-0737
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 61 students Tuition listed
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(856) 596-5304
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 596-5304
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
The Schoolhouse Nursery School And Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
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(856) 231-7585
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
(856) 231-7585
4.7 miles
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(856) 881-8701
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(856) 881-8701
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Gr: 6-8 | 299 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
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