St. Mary School

221 E Washington Avenue Tomahawk, WI 54487
www.stmarysschool.biz

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 97 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,136
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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About the School

  • St. Mary School in Tomahawk, WI, serves 97 co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through grade 5 in a town–based Catholic elementary program.
  • Founded in 1916, the school has a udent–teacher ratio of 12:1 with an average class size of 10 students.
  • Annual tuition is $2,136, with 51% of udents receiving financial aid that averages $1,334 per award.
  • The school maintains a formal dress code and holds membership in the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
  • Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for affordability based on tuition cos.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 97 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,136
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Affordability

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1916
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
97 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
khaki or navy pants/skirts; red, white, or navy tops

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Preschool tuition M/W/F $2,475; Preschool tuition M-F$3,297; 4K tuition $3,297; K-5 tuition $2,136
% on Financial Aid
51%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,334
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Principal
Endowment Size
$1 million

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
After School ProgramCuriosity Club


Arts and Music Programs:
Parish Choir


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Swimming Lessons

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary School cost?
St. Mary School's tuition is approximately $2,136 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary School?
The acceptance rate of St. Mary School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.
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).

School Reviews

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I absolutely would recommend parents to send their children to St Mary's School. Three of my children currently attend and one is an Alumni. Attending this school has allowed my children to grow in their faith, kindness in how to treat others and of course their academic success with the smaller class sizes. I love that the school enforces the values we teach at home and how much my children are part often big school family.
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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Wisconsin is $6,539 for elementary schools and $11,665 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Wisconsin is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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