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#213 of 478 private schools in IN

Top 44% of private schools

St Mary Elementary School

Elementary School

820 W MADISON ST, Alexandria, IN 46001

Private

Enrollment

80

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#213 of 478

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St Mary Elementary School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Alexandria · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.6/10

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About St Mary Elementary School

St Mary Elementary School is a private elementary school in Alexandria, IN. St Mary Elementary School serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #213 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares0.3 pts above IN schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 80 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.

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

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How St Mary Elementary School compares to the 2 public schools in Alexandria, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
This School
vs
14.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
80
This School
vs
703
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 5% vs 0%
St Mary Elementary School Alexandria Public Avg

All Schools in Alexandria

School Rating
St Mary Elementary School (this school) 6.9
Alexandria-Monroe High School 4.6
Alexandria Monroe Elementary School 6.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 12%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Enrollment 80
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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

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 93.8%
Hispanic 5.0%
Two or More 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

820 W MADISON ST, Alexandria, IN 46001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Mary Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elwood Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Elwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY CROSS SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Anderson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CROSS STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Anderson), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Alexandria-Monroe High School Alexandria 1.1 mi 4.6
Alexandria Monroe Elementary School Alexandria 1.3 mi 6.4
Summitville School Summitville 5.5 mi 4.5
Frankton Elementary School Frankton 5.3 mi 4.3
Frankton Jr-Sr High School Frankton 5.6 mi 5.1
INDIANA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Anderson 8.1 mi 7.7
Madison-Grant Jr./Sr. High School Fairmount 8.1 mi 5.3
Virtual Preparatory Academy of Indiana at Madison-Grant K-5 Fairmount 8.1 mi 5.9
Virtual Preparatory Academy of Indiana at Madison-Grant 6-8 Fairmount 8.1 mi 5.0
Virtual Preparatory Academy of Indiana at Madison-Grant 92 Fairmount 8.1 mi 3.3
CROSS STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anderson 9.1 mi 6.8
Highland Middle School Anderson 9.5 mi 5.1
Eastside Elementary School Anderson 10.1 mi 6.4
Park Elementary School Fairmount 10.2 mi 5.8
Anderson Intermediate School Anderson 10.2 mi 6.2
Elwood Jr-Sr High School Elwood 8.0 mi 3.8
Elwood Intermediate School Elwood 8.0 mi 5.2
Elwood Elementary School Elwood 8.1 mi 9.1
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Anderson 11.2 mi 7.5
Excel Center - Anderson Anderson 11.2 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,379

Median Home Value

$136,500

Median Rent

$875/mo

Population

10,481

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

75.7%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

39.2

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ST JOHNS LUTHERM SCHOOL Laporte, IN 7.0
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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 80 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Elementary 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 Elementary School rank in IN?

St Mary Elementary School ranks #213 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is St Mary Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Mary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
80
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Madison County

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