Best Schools in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania
7 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Saint Marys by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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St Marys Area MS
Middle · Saint Marys Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
South St Marys Street EL Sch
Elementary · Saint Marys Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
St Marys Area Shs
High · Saint Marys Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Saint Marys for 2026 are St Marys Area MS (5.6/10), South St Marys Street EL Sch (5.5/10), and St Marys Area Shs (4.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
3 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$144,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
3 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$144,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +7.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Saint Marys schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Saint Marys
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Marys Area MS | 5.6 / 10 |
| 2 | South St Marys Street EL Sch | 5.5 / 10 |
| 3 | St Marys Area Shs | 4.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $64,894
- Median home value
- $144,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 13 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Saint Marys compares
Pennsylvania rank
#353 of 424
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Pennsylvania avg (6.3)
Median household income
$65k
82% of Pennsylvania median
Schools in this city
7
Saint Marys Area SD runs Saint Marys's public schools
3 public schools. Saint Marys Area SD is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Saint Marys is a Saint Marys Area SD school (3 of 3).
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.4 to 5.6 — the spread is inside Saint Marys, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania
Saint Marys, Pennsylvania is home to 7 schools, including 3 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Saint Marys show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Saint Marys is Elk County Catholic High School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Saint Marys is served by 1 school district: Saint Marys Area SD. These districts collectively serve 1,838 students.
Saint Marys's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,894. The poverty rate in the area is 8.3%.
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.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 567 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.5 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Marys Catholic ElementaryPrivate 245 students · Pre-K–5th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 246 students · Pre-K–5th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 444 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 576 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 179 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 275 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Saint Marys
Saint Marys, Pennsylvania · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,894
Median Home Value
$144,600
Median Rent
$756/mo
Population
12,825
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
13 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Community Profile
Saint Marys has a median household income of $64,894. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $144,600, with a median rent of $756/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 13 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania?
Saint Marys has 7 schools, including 3 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Saint Marys is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Saint Marys on MySchoolScout is St Marys Area MS with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Saint Marys on MySchoolScout is South St Marys Street EL Sch with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked middle school in Saint Marys on MySchoolScout is St Marys Area MS with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best high school in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Saint Marys on MySchoolScout is St Marys Area Shs with a composite score of 4.4/10.
How many school districts serve Saint Marys, Pennsylvania?
Saint Marys is served by 1 school district: Saint Marys Area Sd.
What is the education level in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Saint Marys have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Saint Marys is approximately $64,894 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Saint Marys has 4 private schools alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Elk County Catholic High School with a score of 6.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Saint Marys is 16.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania?
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Pennsylvania Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.