St. Mary's Parish School provides a Catholic environment that instills academic excellence while preparing the whole child for life-long personal and spiritual growth.
Our vision is providing academic excellence in a Catholic community.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked ID School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,980
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Marys School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
164 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 15%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Navy pants, plaid skirts, white or navy shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Offer in-parish and out-of-parish tuition levels.
Admissions Director
Marianne White
Admissions Associate
Tricia Stingley
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Marys School cost?
St. Marys School's tuition is approximately $2,980 for private students.
What schools are St. Marys School often compared to?
St. Marys Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Joseph's Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Marys School offer?
St. Marys School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Marys School's ranking?
St. Marys School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Marys School?
The application deadline for St. Marys School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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