Very Good
#201 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 28% of private schools
St Mary Elementary School
Elementary School
97 HERRICK RD, Riverside, IL 60546
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#201 of 716
In Riverside
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Mary Elementary School
Elementary School in Riverside · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary Elementary School
St Mary Elementary School is a private elementary school in Riverside, IL. St Mary Elementary School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #201 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Mary Elementary 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 Elementary School compares to the 5 public schools in Riverside, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Riverside
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Elementary School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Central Elem School | 9.0 |
| L J Hauser Jr High School | 8.7 |
| Blythe Park Elem School | 9.0 |
| Riverside Brookfield Twp HS | 8.1 |
| A F Ames Elem School | 8.6 |
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
97 HERRICK RD, Riverside, IL 60546
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blythe Park Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hollywood Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Brookfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Elem School Riverside | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| L J Hauser Jr High School Riverside | 0.2 mi | 8.7 |
| TALLGRASS SUDBURY SCHOOL Riverside | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| A F Ames Elem School Riverside | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Blythe Park Elem School Riverside | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| INTIRAYMI SPANISH MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Riverside | 0.9 mi | — |
| Washington Middle School Lyons | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Riverside Brookfield Twp HS Riverside | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Hollywood Elem School Brookfield | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| J W Robinson Jr Elem School Lyons | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Irving Elem School Berwyn | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Emerson Elem School Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Heritage Middle School Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| J Sterling Morton West High Sch Berwyn | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| THE ANGELS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Berwyn | 1.3 mi | — |
| Costello School Lyons | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Home Elem School Stickney | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Piper School Berwyn | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| ST LEONARD SCHOOL Berwyn | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Pershing Elem School Berwyn | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60546 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,933
Median Home Value
$377,600
Median Rent
$1,331/mo
Population
16,582
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Auburn Elem School Auburn, IL | 7.0 |
| Carlinville Intermediate School Carlinville, IL | 7.0 |
| Drummond Elem School Chicago, IL | 7.0 |
| Eagleview Elementary School Columbia, IL | 7.0 |
| Emmons Grade School Antioch, IL | 7.0 |
| Fieldcrest Elem School Oak Forest, IL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Elementary School
What grades does St Mary Elementary School serve?
St Mary Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary Elementary School?
St Mary Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Elementary School rank in IL?
St Mary Elementary School ranks #201 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Mary Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Mary Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?
St Mary Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 442-5747
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