Very Good
#190 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 26% of private schools
St Mary School
Elementary School
103 S GIFFORD ST, Elgin, IL 60120
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#190 of 716
In Elgin
#3 of 8
public schools
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St Mary School
Elementary School in Elgin · 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 Elgin, IL. St Mary School serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 113 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, St Mary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 24 public schools serving similar grades in Elgin, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Channing Memorial Elem School | 4.7 |
| Ellis Middle School | 3.7 |
| Ronald D O Neal | 3.2 |
| Lowrie Elem School | 3.2 |
| Larsen Middle School | 5.8 |
| McKinley Elem School | 3.7 |
| Huff Elem School | 3.5 |
| Washington Elem School | 3.4 |
| Lords Park Elem School | 4.1 |
| Abbott Middle School | 3.2 |
| Highland Elem School | 3.0 |
| Coleman Elem School | 3.2 |
| Harriet Gifford Elem School | 2.2 |
| Kimball Middle School | 3.9 |
| Illinois Park Elem School | — |
| Elgin Math and Science Acad Chtr | 6.4 |
| Hilltop Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Century Oaks Elem School | 4.2 |
| Creekside Elem | 3.0 |
| Hillcrest Elem School | 4.2 |
Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Elgin
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
103 S GIFFORD ST, Elgin, IL 60120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Elgin Math and Science Acad Chtr (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Channing Memorial Elem School (rated 4.7/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Elgin, see our Elgin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Channing Memorial Elem School Elgin | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| ELGIN ACADEMY Elgin | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Elgin | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Ellis Middle School Elgin | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Ronald D O Neal Elgin | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Lowrie Elem School Elgin | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| ST EDWARD CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Elgin | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Larsen Middle School Elgin | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| McKinley Elem School Elgin | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Huff Elem School Elgin | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| THE IVY ACADEMY & EARLY LEARNING Elgin | 1.2 mi | — |
| Washington Elem School Elgin | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Lords Park Elem School Elgin | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Abbott Middle School Elgin | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Coleman Elem School Elgin | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Kenyon Woods Middle School South Elgin | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL Elgin | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Elgin High School Elgin | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Highland Elem School Elgin | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Elgin Math and Science Acad Chtr Elgin | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,305
Median Home Value
$227,000
Median Rent
$1,250/mo
Population
50,774
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
33.4
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| Bethel Grade School Mount Vernon, IL | 7.1 |
| CRYSTAL LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Woodstock, IL | 7.1 |
| MIDWESTERN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chicago, IL | 7.1 |
| Marine Elem School Marine, IL | 7.1 |
| N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Aurora, IL | 7.1 |
| Robinson Elem School Chicago, IL | 7.1 |
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 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 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 School rank in IL?
St Mary School ranks #190 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 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
- 113
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Kane County
- Phone
- (847) 695-6609
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