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Year Founded

1951

Student Body

Total Students

210 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

47%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballDance

Flag FootballSoccer

Volleyball

School Notes

St. Mary School aims to develop a loving relationship with God and others, and to serve God and each other in the St. Mary's faith community.
Children are taught by word and example the meaning of our Catholic faith.
Students are offered the opportunity to interact in a positive Christian atmosphere.
Children are taught to accept responsibility for their actions and behavior.
Students are encouraged to respect the ideas, rights, and uniqueness of others. Students learn to appreciate diversity in the American culture. Children experience the meaning of Christian values and service to others and community.
Teachers and staff provide solid Christian role models for all students.
Teachers grow professionally by keeping current with educational innovations.
Faculty/staff encourage positive feelings and good self-esteem among teachers/ students/parents, realizing that all are working together toward common Christian educational goals.

St. Mary School aims to develop a loving relationship with God and others, and to serve God and each other in the St. Mary's faith community. Children are taught by word and example the meaning of our Catholic faith. Students are offered the opportunity to interact in a positive Christian atmosphere. Children are taught to accept responsibility for their actions and behavior. Students are encouraged to respect the ideas, rights, and uniqueness of others. Students learn to appreciate diversity in the American culture. Children experience the meaning of Christian values and service to others and community. Teachers and staff provide solid Christian role models for all students. Teachers grow professionally by keeping current with educational innovations. Faculty/staff encourage positive feelings and good self-esteem among teachers/ students/parents, realizing that all are working together toward common Christian educational goals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Mary's School offer?

St. Mary's School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is St. Mary's School's ranking?

St. Mary's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California 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).

In what neighborhood is St. Mary's School located?

St. Mary's School is located in the Central Escondido neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 3 other private schools located in Central Escondido.

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The average acceptance rate in Escondido, CA is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).