Below Average
#691 of 716 private schools in IL
St Mary School
Elementary School
424 E BROADWAY, Centralia, IL 62801
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#691 of 716
In Centralia
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Mary School
Elementary School in Centralia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary School
St Mary School is a private elementary school in Centralia, IL. St Mary School serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #691 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, St Mary 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 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 School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Centralia, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 4.2 |
| Centralia Pre-Kindergarten Ctr | — |
| Centralia Jr High School | 5.1 |
| Schiller Elem School | 4.0 |
| Willow Grove Elem School | 4.5 |
| North Wamac Grade School | 5.8 |
| Central City Elem School | 4.1 |
| Jordan Elem School | 5.6 |
| Grand Prairie Elem School | 5.1 |
| Raccoon Cons Elem School | 7.1 |
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
424 E BROADWAY, Centralia, IL 62801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Selmaville Elem School (rated 6.1/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. Another option is Odin Attendance Center K-8 (rated 5.9/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Odin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Wamac Grade School (rated 5.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Centralia, see our Centralia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Centralia Pre-Kindergarten Ctr Centralia | 0.4 mi | — |
| Centralia Jr High School Centralia | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Centralia | 0.8 mi | — |
| Schiller Elem School Centralia | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Central City Elem School Centralia | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Willow Grove Elem School Centralia | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| North Wamac Grade School Centralia | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Centralia High School Centralia | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Jordan Elem School Centralia | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| NEW HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Centralia | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| CHRIST OUR ROCK LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Centralia | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Sandoval Elem School Sandoval | 6.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Sandoval Jr High School Sandoval | 6.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Sandoval Sr High School Sandoval | 6.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Irvington Elem School Irvington | 6.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Grand Prairie Elem School Centralia | 6.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Odin Attendance Center K-8 Odin | 7.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Odin Attendance Center 9-12 Odin | 7.3 mi | 7.0 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hoffman | 7.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Selmaville Elem School Salem | 8.2 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,740
Median Home Value
$91,100
Median Rent
$785/mo
Population
19,941
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buncombe Cons School Buncombe, IL | 4.2 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Staunton, IL | 4.2 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 4.3 |
| VANDALIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vandalia, IL | 4.3 |
| New Holland-Middletown Elem Sch Middletown, IL | 4.1 |
| Paw Paw Elem School Paw Paw, IL | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary School
What grades does St Mary School serve?
St Mary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary School?
St Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary School rank in IL?
St Mary School ranks #691 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Mary 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 School a religious school?
St Mary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 75
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (618) 532-3473
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