St. Mary School is an OCSAA accredited Catholic K through 8th grade school located in Marion, Ohio.We provide a Catholic education that focuses on academic excellence and spiritual guidance with highly qualified teachers in a safe, structured community.Our school helps students become self-disciplined, independent, life-long learners who grow to understand the obligations of human life, the dignity of the individual and the shared responsibility for our common good .Our school serves St. Mary Parish.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
127 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. Mary School is an OCSAA accredited Catholic K through 8th grade school located in Marion, Ohio.We provide a Catholic education that focuses on academic excellence and spiritual guidance with highly qualified teachers in a safe, structured community.Our school helps students become self-disciplined, independent, life-long learners who grow to understand the obligations of human life, the dignity of the individual and the shared responsibility for our common good.Our school serves St. Mary Parish.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
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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