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#56 of 89 private schools in AR
St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool
Elementary School
310 N 2ND ST, Paragould, AR 72450
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arkansas private schools
#56 of 89
In Paragould
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool
Elementary School in Paragould · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool
St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool is a private elementary school in Paragould, AR. St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 89 private schools in AR.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Paragould, AR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool (this school) | 5.9 |
| WOODROW WILSON ELEM. SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| BALDWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| PARAGOULD PRIMARY SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| GREENE CTY TECH PRIMARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| GREENE CTY TECH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| GREENE CTY TECH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| GREENE CTY TECH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AR.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AR
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
310 N 2ND ST, Paragould, AR 72450
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WOODROW WILSON ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Brookland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREENE CTY TECH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paragould, see our Paragould schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODROW WILSON ELEM. SCHOOL Paragould | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| BALDWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paragould | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| PARAGOULD HIGH SCHOOL Paragould | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| PARAGOULD PRIMARY SCHOOL Paragould | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH Paragould | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| GREENE CTY TECH PRIMARY SCHOOL Paragould | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paragould | 4.4 mi | 5.2 |
| GREENE CTY TECH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paragould | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| GREENE CTY TECH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Paragould | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| GREENE CTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Paragould | 4.3 mi | 6.2 |
| OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Paragould | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
| GREENE CTY TECH MIDDLE SCHOOL Paragould | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| GREENE CTY TECH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Paragould | 3.8 mi | 7.6 |
| CROWLEY'S RIDGE ACADEMY Paragould | 4.0 mi | 4.6 |
| MARMADUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marmaduke | 10.6 mi | 7.1 |
| MARMADUKE HIGH SCHOOL Marmaduke | 10.6 mi | 5.4 |
| BROOKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Brookland | 11.3 mi | 6.6 |
| BROOKLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brookland | 11.5 mi | 7.7 |
| BROOKLAND HIGH SCHOOL Brookland | 11.6 mi | 5.3 |
| BROOKLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Brookland | 11.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72450 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,390
Median Home Value
$169,100
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
40,464
College Educated
16.6%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
37.7
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|---|---|
| HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stuttgart, AR | 5.9 |
| HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stuttgart, AR | 6.0 |
| WALNUT FARM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bentonville, AR | 5.6 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Searcy, AR | 6.5 |
| ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Eureka Springs, AR | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool
What grades does St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool serve?
St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool?
St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool rank in AR?
St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool ranks #56 of 89 private schools in AR.
What is St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool a private school?
Yes, St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool a religious school?
St Mary's Catholic School & Preschool has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Greene County
- Phone
- (870) 236-3681
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