St. Mary School

2845 Erie Ave Cincinnati, OH 45208
www.smshp.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 497 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,950
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
St. Mary School Photo #1 - Grades K-8 attend an All School Mass in our beautiful historic St. Mary Church.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 497 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,950
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Motto
'Love Spoken Here'

Student Body

Total Students
497 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform shirt, jumper K-5, skirt 6-8, and navy or khaki pants
Number of AP Courses
1 course

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Beth Mock
Admissions Associate
Lisa Koslovsky
Application URL

School Notes

  • Classroom teachers at St. Mary are dedicated to the care and education of the whole child.
  • The classroom teaching experience of our faculty averages 21 years - more than 44 percent of our teachers hold Master's Degrees or post-graduate credits.
  • All religion teachers are certified catechists with the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.
  • Each teacher works closely with the principal and specialists to develop the full potential of each child.
  • Parents are the primary educators of their children and their involvement in our school is applauded and appreciated.
  • We encourage parents to work within the classrooms, computer labs, library, cafeteria, and playground; to serve as resources, drive on field trips, attend conferences and give input into the school program.
  • Classroom teachers at St. Mary are dedicated to the care and education of the whole child. The classroom teaching experience of our faculty averages 21 years - more than 44 percent of our teachers hold Master's Degrees or post-graduate credits. All religion teachers are certified catechists with the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Each teacher works closely with the principal and specialists to develop the full potential of each child. Parents are the primary educators of their children, and their involvement in our school is applauded and appreciated. We encourage parents to work within the classrooms, computer labs, library, cafeteria, and playground; to serve as resources, drive on field trips, attend conferences and give input into the school program.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary School cost?
St. Mary School's tuition is approximately $7,950 for private students.
What is St. Mary School's ranking?
St. Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
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).
In what neighborhood is St. Mary School located?
St. Mary School is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 2 other private schools located in Hyde Park.

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The average private school tuition in Cincinnati, OH is $8,487 for elementary schools and $17,834 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cincinnati, OH is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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