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#407 of 716 private schools in IL
St Mary Catholic School
Elementary School
417 CHESTNUT ST, Mount Carmel, IL 62863
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#407 of 716
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St Mary Catholic School
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About St Mary Catholic School
St Mary Catholic School is a private elementary school in Mount Carmel, IL. St Mary Catholic School serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #407 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, St Mary Catholic 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.
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, St Mary Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mary Catholic 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 Catholic School compares to the 4 public schools in Mount Carmel, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Mount Carmel
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Catholic School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Mount Carmel High School | 6.0 |
| Mt Carmel Junior High School | 5.0 |
| Mt Carmel Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Mt Carmel Grade School | 5.0 |
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 IL.
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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 IL
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
417 CHESTNUT ST, Mount Carmel, IL 62863
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Poseyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fort Branch Community School (rated 8.2/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Branch), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Salem Grade School (rated 8.1/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby West Salem), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Carmel, see our Mount Carmel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62863 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,073
Median Home Value
$104,000
Median Rent
$772/mo
Population
9,438
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
42.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Catholic School
What grades does St Mary Catholic School serve?
St Mary Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary Catholic School?
St Mary Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Catholic School rank in IL?
St Mary Catholic School ranks #407 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Mary Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Mary Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?
St Mary Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 90
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Wabash County
- Phone
- (618) 263-3183
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