Our Mission: To educate students while nurturing their Christ-like formation. St. Mary Parish Catholic School is proud to combine high academic standards with a faith-based education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked KS School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary Parish Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
Student Body
Total Students
354 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
- Catholic schools have a long-standing reputation for academic excellence. Students are expected to be as well prepared in the core subject areas as his/her abilities allow. Our goal is to help lead the students to Christ. All academic study, all social events, all athletic participation — all that we do will be connected to this very simple goal.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Mary Parish Catholic School's ranking?
St. Mary Parish Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Parish Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Parish Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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