St. Mary's School

St. Mary's School in Bird Island serves the area students in kindergarten through eighth grade by providing a Christ-centered Catholic education where academic excellence, self-worth and faith development go hand in hand in a safe environment.
St. Mary's Catholic School has a strong commitment and responsibility to be a caring, sharing and witnessing community of faith guided by the Gospel message, rooted in Catholic tradition.
We create an accepting environment in which students are challenged academically and spiritually to develop their talents to their fullest potential.
We strive to teach the value of community service as well as to raise an awareness of peace and justice issues in our world today.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 153 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,500
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1898
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
153 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
St. Mary's School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • St. Mary's School in Bird Island serves the area students in kindergarten through eighth grade by providing a Christ-centered Catholic education where academic excellence, self-worth and faith development go hand in hand in a safe environment. St. Mary's Catholic School has a strong commitment and responsibility to be a caring, sharing and witnessing community of faith guided by the Gospel message, rooted in Catholic tradition. We create an accepting environment in which students are challenged academically and spiritually to develop their talents to their fullest potential. We strive to teach the value of community service as well as to raise an awareness of peace and justice issues in our world today.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary's School cost?
St. Mary's School's tuition is approximately $4,500 for private students.
What is St. Mary's School's ranking?
St. Mary's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: 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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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 153 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,500
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Minnesota is $8,894 for elementary schools and $14,646 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Minnesota is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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