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#596 of 716 private schools in IL
St Mary Elementary School
Elementary School
408 W WASHINGTON ST, Mount Sterling, IL 62353
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#596 of 716
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St Mary Elementary School
Elementary School in Mount Sterling · 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 Mount Sterling, IL. St Mary Elementary School serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #596 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, St Mary Elementary 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, St Mary Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 3 public schools in Mount Sterling, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Mount Sterling
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Elementary School (this school) | 5.1 |
| Brown County Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Brown County Middle School | 4.7 |
| Brown County High School | 8.4 |
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
408 W WASHINGTON ST, Mount Sterling, IL 62353
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Elementary Grade School (rated 6.8/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Camp Point), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bluffs Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 20.5 miles away, in nearby Bluffs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Griggsville-Perry Primary School (rated 6.5/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Griggsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Sterling, see our Mount Sterling schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62353 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,625
Median Home Value
$143,800
Median Rent
$736/mo
Population
5,012
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
14.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
40.1
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| Grand Prairie Elem School Centralia, IL | 5.1 |
| Lester Crawl Primary Ctr Lansing, IL | 5.1 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chester, IL | 5.1 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nokomis, IL | 5.1 |
| ST MARY'S - METAMORA Metamora, IL | 5.1 |
| Farmersville Elem School Farmersville, IL | 5.0 |
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 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Elementary School is 9.7:1. 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 #596 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 5.1 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 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
- 91
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Brown County
- Phone
- (217) 773-2825
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