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St. Mary's School

St. Mary's Catholic School envisions a Christian learning community guided by the love, acceptance, and caring expressed in the life of Jesus Christ, thereby encouraging our students to be life-long learners with open hearts and a deep commitment to serving others.
Anchored in love, St. Mary's Catholic School endeavors to promote Gospel values, academic excellence, and service to others.
The Christian community of St. Mary's Catholic School believes each child is a gift from God endowed with unique gifts, talents, and abilities, the home, school, church and community support the total educational experience of the child, with parents having the primary role, a superior academic curriculum based on the needs of diverse learners stimulates students intellectually, physically, socially, and spiritually students recognize and accept diverse beliefs, abilities, and cultures of others, prayer is an integral part of the school day we demonstrate our Christian values by offering our support and service to the community.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 164 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,820
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Mary's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
164 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
St. Mary's School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition Assistance is available.
% on Financial Aid
40%
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Tonya Chavez
Admissions Associate
Melody Berry
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Aftercare ProgramMiddle School Robotics
Spanish


Arts and Music Programs:
Artist in Residence - Alathea


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Johnson City Parks and Rec Teams

School Notes

  • St. Mary's Catholic School envisions a Christian learning community guided by the love, acceptance, and caring expressed in the life of Jesus Christ, thereby encouraging our students to be life-long learners with open hearts and a deep commitment to serving others. Anchored in love, St. Mary's Catholic School endeavors to promote Gospel values, academic excellence, and service to others. The Christian community of St. Mary's Catholic School believes each child is a gift from God endowed with unique gifts, talents, and abilities, the home, school, church and community support the total educational experience of the child, with parents having the primary role, a superior academic curriculum based on the needs of diverse learners stimulates students intellectually, physically, socially, and spiritually students recognize and accept diverse beliefs, abilities, and cultures of others, prayer is an integral part of the school day we demonstrate our Christian values by offering our support and service to the community.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary's School cost?
St. Mary's School's tuition is approximately $7,820 for private students.
What schools are St. Mary's School often compared to?
St. Mary's School is often viewed alongside schools like Ashley Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary's School?
The acceptance rate of St. Mary's School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
What sports does St. Mary's School offer?
St. Mary's School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Intramural Sports Only, Track and Field and Winter Track.
What is St. Mary's School's ranking?
St. Mary's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary's School?
The application deadline for St. Mary's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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This has been such a wonderful experience for our Pre K student. The teachers and staff are amazing, and my child is learning so much. She also LOVES coming to school.
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 164 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,820
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Tennessee is $13,582 for elementary schools and $14,671 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tennessee is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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