St. Mary School

Our mission is to educate each child from Pre-school through grade eight and nurture them with the gospel values of faith, hope and love.
Saint Mary School is has an impressive past, an example for the present, and a commitment to the future.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 174 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,700
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
174 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
St. Mary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Average Financial Aid Grant
$700
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art ClubBoard Games
Content Creator

School Notes

  • School Motto: Saint Mary’s School lives the Gospel values of faith, hope and love through our kind thoughts, words and deeds.
  • Our mission is to educate each child from pre-school through grade eight and nurture them with the gospel values of faith, hope and love. Saint Mary School is has an impressive past, an example for the present, and a commitment to the future.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Joseph Mazzula - Boston Celtics Coach
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary School cost?
St. Mary School's tuition is approximately $5,700 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from St. Mary School?
St. Mary School famous alumni include: Joseph Mazzula.
What sports does St. Mary School offer?
St. Mary School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Tennis and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary School?
The application deadline for St. Mary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 174 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,700
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Providence County, RI is $19,199 for elementary schools and $25,476 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Providence County, RI is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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