St. Mary School
Tel:
(605) 334-9881
St. Mary School opened over 50 years ago, and our tradition of excellence in Catholic education continues. St. Mary parish is very supportive of the school and is committed to providing quality, faith based education to our students. All roads easily lead to St. Mary School.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
- Students: 367 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,550
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
St. Mary School places among the top 20% of private schools in South Dakota for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
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 Nursery/Preschool-6 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2019 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 367 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 6% State avg.: 25% |
| Students by Grade |
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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 | $3,550 |
| Tuition Notes | non-Catholic tuition rate is $4675 |
| 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
The nearest high school to St. Mary School is Education & Integration Services (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Children's Home Society Loving School (0.7 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- Sioux FallsChildren's Home Society Loving SchoolSpecial Education SchoolGrades: PK-8 | 69 students
0.7 miles
801 N. Sycamore Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57110
(605) 965-3130 0.7 PK-8
69 - Sioux FallsSioux Falls Lutheran School(African Methodist Episcopal)Grades: PK-8 | 308 students
0.8 miles
308 W 37th St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 335-1923 0.8 PK-8
308 - Sioux FallsEducation & Integration ServicesSpecial Education SchoolGrades: 6-12 | 27 students
0.9 miles
2000 S Summit Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 335-8956 0.9 6-12
27 - Sioux Falls Grades: NS-6 | 131 students
1.3 miles
1801 S Lake Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 338-5103 1.3 NS-6
131 - Sioux FallsDakot AbilitiesSpecial Education SchoolGrades: NS | 3 students
1.3 miles
3600 S. Duluth Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 334-4220 1.3 NS
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School Reviews
| 5 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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