St. Mary's Central School is a Catholic School with Pre-K to 8th Grade and is part of the Diocese of Steubenville.
Our school offers a secure environment with individual growth and well being, opportunity for parent involvement, and communication among principal, teachers, and parents to ensure student progress.
Our mission as a Catholic community is to make our faith in Christ the center of our lives and source of all our actions.
We provide formation in faith, characterized by love, service, and respectful dialogue.
The faculty, staff, parents, and parish are dedicated to a superior educational system, which is firmly rooted in the Catholic faith.
We will provide our young people with the foundation necessary to meet the challenges of the future.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,425
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Oct. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary's Central School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1958
Student Body
Total Students
134 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
3%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniform polo shirt, slacks, skirt
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Oct. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is parishioner or non-parishioner based. Contact school for all tuition rates.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
French ClubRobotics Program for Grades 5 through 8
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mary's Central School cost?
St. Mary's Central School's tuition is approximately $2,425 for private students.
What schools are St. Mary's Central School often compared to?
St. Mary's Central School is often viewed alongside schools like East Richland Christian Schools by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary's Central School?
The acceptance rate of St. Mary's Central School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does St. Mary's Central School offer?
St. Mary's Central School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Football, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary's Central School?
The application deadline for St. Mary's Central School is Oct. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Oct. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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