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St. Marys School
Elementary School
700 S. Waterman Avenue, EL Centro, CA 92243
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About St. Marys School
St. Marys School is an private elementary school in EL Centro, CA 92243. The school serves approximately 180 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $55,890, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 180 students, St. Marys School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, St. Marys School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 180 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Address
- 700 S. Waterman Avenue, EL Centro, CA 92243
- Phone
- (442) 231-8449
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
700 S. Waterman Avenue, EL Centro, CA 92243
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Marys School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby San Diego). Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away). Additionally, De Anza Magnet (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in EL Centro, see our EL Centro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY S SCHOOL El Centro | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Margaret Hedrick Elementary El Centro | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| De Anza Magnet El Centro | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Imperial Valley Home School Academy El Centro | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Wilson Jr. High El Centro | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Sunflower Elementary El Centro | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Southwest High El Centro | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Central Union High El Centro | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary El Centro | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Christian Home Academy El Centro | 1.0 mi | — |
| Harding Elementary El Centro | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary El Centro | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Calvary Chapel Christian School El Centro El Centro | 1.1 mi | — |
| Desert Garden Elementary El Centro | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| McKinley Elementary El Centro | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Kennedy Middle El Centro | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Desert Oasis High (Continuation) El Centro | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Phoenix Rising High El Centro | 1.6 mi | — |
| Booker T. Washington Elementary El Centro | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding St. Marys School has a median household income of $55,890. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $286,100, with a median rent of $992/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Marys School
What grades does St. Marys School serve?
St. Marys School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Marys School?
St. Marys School has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Marys School?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Marys School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Marys School a private school?
Yes, St. Marys School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,607/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (EL Centro). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Imperial
- Phone
- (442) 231-8449
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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