St Mary School
Tel: (605)334-9881
- St. Mary School opened over 50 years ago. The tradition of excellence in Catholic education continues.
- The building has undergone considerable updates and remains a great facility to meet the needs of students.
- In the recent several years, we have updated lighting, put in a new gym floor, security system, air conditioning, new windows, and refrigerated drinking fountains.
- St. Mary parish is very supportive of the school and strives to maintain a premier school in the heart of the city. All roads easily lead to St. Mary School.
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) National Association for the Education of Young Children |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-6 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 400 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 10%
State avg.: 20% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 43 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Navy blue pants, white collared shirts, plaid skirts optional for girls) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $3,305 |
| Tuition Notes | non-Catholic tuition rate is $4360 |
| Admissions Director | Jenni Struck |
School Notes
- Currently Saint Mary School has grades Pre-K through 6. School hours: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. In addition to classroom offerings we have vocal music, band, technology, art, library, and physical education instruction by certified teachers. All student needs are addressed at Saint Mary School. We augment and address student instruction with enrichment instruction or remediation/assistance based on student needs for success. Auxiliary staff, aids, and volunteers round out our certified staff as part of our dedicated educational team. In addition to formal academic enrichment, we offer group band, private band lessons, guitar lessons, liturgical music, and the Accelerated Reader program in our library.
Nearby Private Schools
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The nearest high school is Sioux Falls Christian Schools (1.3 miles away)
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The nearest elementary school is Children's Home Society (0.7 miles away)
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The nearest preschool is Children's Home Society (0.7 miles away)
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- School Location Miles Grades Students
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Sioux FallsChildren's Home SocietySpecial Education SchoolGrades: PK-8 | 77 students
0.7 miles
Po Box 1749
Sioux Falls, SD 57101
(605)965-31110.7PK-8
77 -
Sioux FallsSioux Falls Lutheran School(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)Grades: PK-8 | 281 students
0.8 miles
308 W 37th St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605)335-19230.8PK-8
281 -
Sioux FallsEducation & Integration ServicesSpecial Education SchoolGrades: UG | 37 students
0.9 miles
2000 S Summit Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605)335-89560.9UG
37 -
Sioux FallsGrades: PK-6 | 122 students
1.3 miles
1801 S Lake Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605)338-51031.3PK-6
122 -
Sioux FallsDakot AbilitiesSpecial Education SchoolGrades: NS | 3 students
1.3 miles
3600 S. Duluth Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605)334-42201.3NS
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School Reviews
| 5 1/31/2013 Excellent school, the hardworking staff and teachers work hard to challenge you children intellectually while creating a warm atmosphere that promotes learning and free thinking. Children will grow not just intellectually but their social skills will also improve so that they will be ready to enter middle school and high school with confidence in themselves. Religious Ed. will ensure their spiritual growth as well. - Posted by Parent - edili |
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