Below Average
#1712 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Mary S School
Elementary School
700 S WATERMAN AVE, EL Centro, CA 92243
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,712 of 1,787
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St Mary S School
Elementary School in EL Centro · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary S School
St Mary S School is a private elementary school in EL Centro, CA. St Mary S School serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary S School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,712 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Mary S School 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.
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 CA.
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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 CA
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
700 S WATERMAN AVE, EL Centro, CA 92243
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary S School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harding Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Centro, see our EL Centro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Marys School El Centro | 0.0 mi | — |
| Margaret Hedrick Elementary El Centro | 0.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| De Anza Magnet El Centro | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Wilson Jr. High El Centro | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Imperial Valley Home School Academy El Centro | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Sunflower Elementary El Centro | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Southwest High El Centro | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Central Union High El Centro | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary El Centro | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Christian Home Academy El Centro | 1.0 mi | — |
| Harding Elementary El Centro | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary El Centro | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Calvary Chapel Christian School El Centro El Centro | 1.2 mi | — |
| Desert Garden Elementary El Centro | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| McKinley Elementary El Centro | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Kennedy Middle El Centro | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Desert Oasis High (Continuation) El Centro | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Phoenix Rising High El Centro | 1.6 mi | — |
| Booker T. Washington Elementary El Centro | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,890
Median Home Value
$286,100
Median Rent
$992/mo
Population
48,556
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
31.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bryant Elementary San Francisco, CA | 4.3 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Fremont, CA | 4.3 |
| Los Molinos Elementary Los Molinos, CA | 4.3 |
| Monroe Elementary Fresno, CA | 4.3 |
| Rockford Elementary Porterville, CA | 4.3 |
| SANTA ROSA DE LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Fernando, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary S School
What grades does St Mary S School serve?
St Mary S School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary S School?
St Mary S School has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary S School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary S School is 19:1. 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 School rank in CA?
St Mary S School ranks #1,712 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Mary S School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary S School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Mary S School 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 School a religious school?
St Mary S School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 211
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Imperial County
- Phone
- (760) 352-7285
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