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#304 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 42% of private schools
St Mary Catholic School
Elementary School
222 WATERMAN ST, Sycamore, IL 60178
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#304 of 716
In Sycamore
#2 of 2
public schools
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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 Sycamore, IL. St Mary Catholic School serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #304 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 120 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.
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 6 public schools serving similar grades in Sycamore, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Catholic School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Southeast Elem School | 6.0 |
| West Elem School | 6.3 |
| South Prairie Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Sycamore Middle School | 5.8 |
| North Elementary School | 6.5 |
| North Grove Elementary School | 7.9 |
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
222 WATERMAN ST, Sycamore, IL 60178
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Grove Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AURORA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS CORNERSTONE CAMPUS (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, South Prairie Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sycamore, see our Sycamore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southeast Elem School Sycamore | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| West Elem School Sycamore | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| AURORA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS CORNERSTONE CAMPUS Sycamore | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| South Prairie Elementary School Sycamore | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Sycamore High School Sycamore | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Sycamore Middle School Sycamore | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| North Elementary School Sycamore | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE OF SYCAMORE AND DEKALB Sycamore | 2.5 mi | — |
| North Grove Elementary School Sycamore | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Gwendolyn Brooks Elem Sch Dekalb | 3.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Littlejohn Elem School Dekalb | 4.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Jefferson Elem School Dekalb | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| DeKalb High School Dekalb | 4.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Clinton Rosette Middle School Dekalb | 4.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Cortland Elementary School Cortland | 5.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Founders Elementary School Dekalb | 5.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Dekalb | 5.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Huntley Middle School Dekalb | 6.0 mi | 4.0 |
| DeKalb Early Lrng and Dev Ctr Dekalb | 6.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Tyler Elementary School De Kalb | 5.9 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60178 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,314
Median Home Value
$262,700
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Population
21,709
College Educated
44.4%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Donovan Elem School Donovan, IL | 6.6 |
| Dr Donald Wharton Elem School Summit, IL | 6.6 |
| HOLY ANGELS Chicago, IL | 6.6 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Monmouth, IL | 6.6 |
| Illinois City Elem School Illinois City, IL | 6.6 |
| Iroquois West Elem Sch/Thawville Thawville, IL | 6.6 |
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 120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School is 11.9:1. 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 #304 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 6.6 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
- 120
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Phone
- (815) 895-5215
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