St. Mary School
St Mary Catholic School in Centralis, IL founded in 1867, offers Pre-Kindergarten through Grade Eight education to members of St. Mary and St. Lawrence parishes and the greater Marion County community.
In partnership with the parents and guardian, St. Mary Cathoilic School provides a Christian atmosphere that allows for the development of the whole child, striving to nurture acceptance, respect, self-discipline, and responsibility. Love and caring for others is fostered through the teaching of the Catholic faith and the living of Christian values.
St. Mary Catholic School, a leader in the community, is dedicated to high standards of personal and academic achievement in order that the students will reach their full potential.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 84 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
St. Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1867
Student Body
Total Students
84 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
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