St. Mary School

1351 58th St Sacramento, CA 95819
www.saintmaryschool.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 319 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,905
  • Average class size: 27 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / Aug. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 319 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,905
  • Average class size: 27 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / Aug. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
319 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
44%
Average Class Size
27 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / Aug. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
TK-8
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic DecathlonChess Club
Religion DecathlonScouts
Speech TeamStem Club
Student Council


Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubBand
ChoirMissoula Theatre

School Notes

  • St. Mary Elementary School (TK- 8), a primary ministry of St. Mary's Church, serves to educate the children of St. Mary's Parish and children of the surrounding communities.
  • Together, our parish and school believe in Jesus as our founder and that faith in Him guides our lives and moves us to action.
  • We complement the role of the family as we work together to provide students with a quality Catholic education that promotes strong Gospel values, academic excellence, social responsibility, as well as an appreciation and respect for the dignity of life.
  • School Motto: Love with Devotion, Learn with Passion, and Lead with Faith
  • School Mascot: Mustangs
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary School cost?
St. Mary School's tuition is approximately $7,905 for private students.
What sports does St. Mary School offer?
St. Mary School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Mary School's ranking?
St. Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary School?
The application deadline for St. Mary School is Feb. 1 / Aug. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 / Aug. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is St. Mary School located?
St. Mary School is located in the East Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 3 other private schools located in East Sacramento.

School Reviews

5  
This private, Catholic school in quaint East Sacramento is such a source of pride and joy for our family. I am reviewing now when I should have long ago, but what prompted me is the amazing Distance Learning program that was put into place last month at a moment's notice. This was possible only because the school invests in teachers and technology. As hard as it may be to see the withdrawal from my bank account each month, I am constantly reminded that this school gives you what you pay for. My children will finish out their school year on time and at grade level, ready to progress to their next grade in August. Even in the midst of these crazy circumstances, they are fed quality work from their hard-working and dedicated teachers each and every day. Even when on campus, this school offers so much to enrich the students' education - from weekly Mass and integrated religion into their lessons, to a beautiful art studio, full music program, amazing library, top-notch science lab, community-renowned counseling program, a Learning Center to offer support, an active P.E. program the list goes on. Every facet of my children's education is enhanced by St. Mary School. And they are ready to tackle the challenges of a Catholic high school education from the study and organizational skills they are taught. Not to mention the sports and extracurricular activities are a blast, as are the community events. There's something about St. Mary School that draws you in. I am so happy I've chosen this school for all my children.
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The average private school tuition in Sacramento, CA is $11,535 for elementary schools and $13,881 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Sacramento, CA is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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