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#867 of 1,787 private schools in CA
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St Mary School
Elementary School
7900 CHURCH ST, Gilroy, CA 95020
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#867 of 1,787
In Gilroy
#1 of 2
public schools
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About St Mary School
St Mary School is a private elementary school in Gilroy, CA. St Mary School serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #867 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 199 students, St Mary School 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.
St Mary 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Mary School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Gilroy, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Brownell Middle | 7.1 |
| South Valley Middle | 5.6 |
| El Roble Elementary | 4.4 |
| Eliot Elementary | 2.9 |
| Glen View Elementary | 3.0 |
| Rod Kelley Elementary | 5.6 |
| Solorsano Middle | 5.5 |
| Las Animas Elementary | 6.9 |
| Luigi Aprea Elementary | 4.0 |
| Rucker Elementary | 4.3 |
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 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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7900 CHURCH ST, Gilroy, CA 95020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Las Animas Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rod Kelley Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, El Roble Elementary (rated 4.4/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gilroy, see our Gilroy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Mary, Gilroy Gilroy | 0.0 mi | — |
| Brownell Middle Gilroy | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Gilroy Prep (a Navigator School) Hollister | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| South Valley Middle Gilroy | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| El Roble Elementary Gilroy | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Glen View Elementary Gilroy | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Eliot Elementary Gilroy | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Gilroy High Gilroy | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Rod Kelley Elementary Gilroy | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Mt. Madonna High Gilroy | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Solorsano Middle Gilroy | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Las Animas Elementary Gilroy | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Luigi Aprea Elementary Gilroy | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Christopher High Gilroy | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Rucker Elementary Gilroy | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Dr. TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Academy Gilroy | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Pacific Point Christian Schools Gilroy | 3.1 mi | — |
| PACIFIC POINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gilroy | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| San Martin Gwinn Environmental Science Academy San Martin | 5.5 mi | 3.4 |
| SPRING ACADEMY Gilroy | 4.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,242
Median Home Value
$1,005,600
Median Rent
$2,256/mo
Population
67,945
College Educated
27.9%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salinas, CA | 6.3 |
| Arcata Elementary Arcata, CA | 6.3 |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 6.3 |
| COASTLINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goleta, CA | 6.3 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific Palisades, CA | 6.3 |
| Central Elementary Lemoore, CA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary School
What grades does St Mary School serve?
St Mary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary School?
St Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary 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 School rank in CA?
St Mary School ranks #867 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Mary 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 School a religious school?
St Mary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 199
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 842-2827
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