6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in St. Marys, Kansas

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.3/10
Median household income: $78,641
Median home value: $211,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 22%
Owner-occupied homes: 72%

How St. Marys compares

Median household income

$79k

109% of Kansas median

About Schools in St. Marys, Kansas

St. Marys, Kansas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in St. Marys show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in St. Marys is St. Marys Junior Senior High with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

St. Marys is served by 1 school district: Kaw Valley. These districts collectively serve 1,119 students.

St. Marys's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,641. The poverty rate in the area is 8.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	St Marys Elem 275 students · Pre-K–6th	275	Pre-K–6th	5.9

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	St. Marys Junior Senior High 254 students · 7th–12th	254	7th–12th	6.7

Schools in St. Marys

St. Marys, Kansas · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$78,641

Median Home Value

$211,400

Median Rent

$854/mo

Population

4,103

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

72%

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Community Profile

St. Marys has a median household income of $78,641. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $211,400, with a median rent of $854/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Kansas
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.3/10

Resources

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School District

Kaw Valley

4 schools · 1,119 students

Nearby Cities

Rossville (2 schools)

7 mi

Paxico (1 school)

10 mi

Silver Lake (2 schools)

St. George (3 schools)

21 mi

Topeka (53 schools)

21 mi

Westmoreland (1 school)

Other Major Cities in Kansas

Top metros statewide by school count.

Wichita 124 schools Kansas City 63 schools Overland Park 59 schools Olathe 57 schools Shawnee 24 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in St. Marys, Kansas

How many schools are in St. Marys, Kansas?

St. Marys has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in St. Marys, Kansas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in St. Marys is 6.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in St. Marys, Kansas?

The top-ranked school in St. Marys on MySchoolScout is St. Marys Junior Senior High with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in St. Marys, Kansas?

The top-ranked elementary school in St. Marys on MySchoolScout is St Marys Elem with a composite score of 5.9/10.

What is the best high school in St. Marys, Kansas?

The top-ranked high school in St. Marys on MySchoolScout is St. Marys Junior Senior High with a composite score of 6.7/10.

How many school districts serve St. Marys, Kansas?

St. Marys is served by 1 school district: Kaw Valley.

What is the education level in St. Marys, Kansas?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in St. Marys have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in St. Marys, Kansas?

The median household income in St. Marys is approximately $78,641 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in St. Marys, Kansas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in St. Marys is 10.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in St. Marys, Kansas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.