St. Mary School
Saint Mary's Catholic School continues a tradition of academic excellence as we challenge students to become lifelong learners and dedicated Christian men and women.
We develop individual strengths by fostering critical thinking, setting high standards, and challenging each other to become virtuous, responsible human beings.
Our courage shines as we live the Gospel, always seeking the wisdom to understand God's will, as we share the love of God with all people.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 213 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,000
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Year Founded | 1945 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 213 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 20% State avg.: 22% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 21 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 20% |
| Average Class Size | 20 students |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $9,000 |
| Tuition Notes | PK-3 tuition is $7102 PK tuition is $8211 Elementary tuition is $7160-$8185 Middle School (6th-8th) tuition is $7500-$8500 |
| % on Financial Aid | 55% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $3,600 |
| Acceptance Rate | 95% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Christa Jackson |
| Admissions Associate | Christa Jackson |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 5 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, VolleyballBasketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 7 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Chess Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Junior Beta Club, Math League, Student Government Arts and Music Programs: After School Art, Drama |
School Notes
- Pre-K3 through 8th grade
- 55% Catholic and 45% Protestant
- Members and Parishioners from over 30 local area churches
- A parochial school with an average class size of 20 students
- A Christian ministry where 35% of students receive tuition assistance
- An intimate family atmosphere committed to involvement, support, and service
- Reputation of academic excellence since 1945
- Commitment to Christian values, principles, and teachings
- Fully certified faculty
- SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) Accredited since 1981
- Balanced program of academics, social development and Christian formation
- Emphasis on developing values, self-discipline, and work ethic
- Record of alumni success both at public and private college prep programs
- Safe learning environment
- Financial aid available
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