Very Good
#189 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 39% of private schools
St Mary Catholic School
Elementary School
226 E 5TH ST, Rushville, IN 46173
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#189 of 478
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St Mary Catholic School
Elementary School in Rushville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary Catholic School
St Mary Catholic School is a private elementary school in Rushville, IN. St Mary Catholic School serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for St Mary Catholic School show 79% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, St Mary Catholic 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 Catholic 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 Catholic School compares to the 3 public schools in Rushville, IN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Rushville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Catholic School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Rushville Consolidated High School | 7.2 |
| Rushville Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Benjamin Rush Middle School | 6.9 |
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 IN.
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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 IN
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
226 E 5TH ST, Rushville, IN 46173
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Decatur Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Greensburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eastern Hancock Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Charlottesville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Knightstown Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Knightstown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rushville, see our Rushville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46173 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,708
Median Home Value
$153,900
Median Rent
$852/mo
Population
10,544
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACACIA ACADEMY Kokomo, IN | 7.1 |
| ST AUGUSTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rensselaer, IN | 7.1 |
| GREENWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenwood, IN | 7.0 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERM SCHOOL Laporte, IN | 7.0 |
| COVINGTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Covington, IN | 7.2 |
| Cortland Elementary School Seymour, IN | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Catholic School
What grades does St Mary Catholic School serve?
St Mary Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St Mary Catholic School?
St Mary Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Catholic School rank in IN?
St Mary Catholic School ranks #189 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St Mary Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Catholic 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.
What are the test scores at St Mary Catholic School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Mary Catholic School has 79% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is St Mary Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Mary Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?
St Mary Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 90
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Rush County
- Phone
- (765) 932-3639
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