St. Mary School

St. Mary Catholic School. We have been proudly serving Catholic families, like you, since 1958.
At St. Mary Catholic School we offer you and your child a rich tradition of Faith Formation and Academic Excellence.
Your child will attend Mass twice a week, participate in daily Religion instruction, as well as receive Sacramental preparation at second and eighth grades.
At this school child will have our Catholic faith infused into their learning 180 days a year; Your child will participate in Mass twice a week; Current State and Diocesan Approved Curriculum will challenge your child daily; Interacting with your child are our State Certified, Highly Qualified, Award Winning Teachers.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 180 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
180 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Mary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Mary School often compared to?
St. Mary School is often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 180 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Illinois is $11,134 for elementary schools and $15,828 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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