Below Average
#626 of 716 private schools in IL
St Mary School
Elementary School
422 S WASHINGTON ST, Taylorville, IL 62568
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#626 of 716
In Taylorville
#1 of 3
public schools
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St Mary School
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About St Mary School
St Mary School is a private elementary school in Taylorville, IL. St Mary School serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #626 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 115 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 the 4 public schools in Taylorville, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Taylorville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 4.9 |
| Memorial Elem School | 4.6 |
| Taylorville Jr High School | 5.9 |
| North Elem School | 4.4 |
| Taylorville Sr High School | 4.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
422 S WASHINGTON ST, Taylorville, IL 62568
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Nokomis), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Nokomis), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Meridian Elem School (rated 4.8/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Blue Mound), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Taylorville, see our Taylorville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MENTA ACADEMY CORNERSTONE-TAYLORVILLE Taylorville | 0.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Memorial Elem School Taylorville | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Taylorville Jr High School Taylorville | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| North Elem School Taylorville | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| VISIONWAY Taylorville | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Taylorville Sr High School Taylorville | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| South Fork Jr Sr High School Kincaid | 6.9 mi | 4.2 |
| South Fork Elementary School Kincaid | 7.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Edinburg High School Edinburg | 9.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Edinburg Elem School Edinburg | 9.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Edinburg Jr High School Edinburg | 9.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Morrisonville Elem School Morrisonville | 12.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Morrisonville Jr High School Morrisonville | 12.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Morrisonville High School Morrisonville | 12.1 mi | 5.0 |
| FAITH BIBLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rosamond | 13.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Meridian Elem School Blue Mound | 13.8 mi | 4.8 |
| KEMMERER VILLAGE SCHOOL Assumption | 13.1 mi | — |
| North Elem School Nokomis | 16.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Nokomis Jr/Sr High Sch Nokomis | 16.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nokomis | 16.9 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62568 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,194
Median Home Value
$119,500
Median Rent
$733/mo
Population
16,035
College Educated
17.8%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Prairieview-Ogden South Elem Ogden, IL | 4.9 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Buckley, IL | 4.9 |
| Dongola Elementary School Dongola, IL | 5.0 |
| Farmersville Elem School Farmersville, IL | 5.0 |
| POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II CATH. ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Aurora, IL | 5.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lombard, IL | 5.0 |
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 6th.
How many students attend St Mary School?
St Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary 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 School rank in IL?
St Mary School ranks #626 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 115
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Christian County
- Phone
- (217) 824-6501
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