Very Good
#41 of 142 private schools in KS
Top 28% of private schools
St Mary Catholic School
Elementary School
503 SAINT JOHN ST, Garden City, KS 67846
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#41 of 142
In Garden City
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Mary Catholic School
Elementary School in Garden City · 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 Garden City, KS. St Mary Catholic School serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 100 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 15 public schools serving similar grades in Garden City, KS
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Catholic School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Buffalo Jones Elem | 6.9 |
| Abe Hubert Elementary School | 3.0 |
| GC Achieve at J.D. Adams Hall | 5.1 |
| Edith Scheuerman Elem | 6.9 |
| Gertrude Walker Elem | 3.9 |
| Georgia Matthews Elem | 6.5 |
| Alta Brown Elem | 5.3 |
| Jennie Wilson Elem | 6.6 |
| Kenneth Henderson Middle | 6.0 |
| Bernadine Sitts Intermediate Ctr | 5.4 |
| Florence Wilson Elem | 7.0 |
| Victor Ornelas Elem | 6.0 |
| Charles O Stones Intermediate Ctr | 6.0 |
| Jennie Barker Elem | 6.8 |
| Plymell Elementary | 8.4 |
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 KS.
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 KS
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
503 SAINT JOHN ST, Garden City, KS 67846
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Florence Wilson Elem (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Buffalo Jones Elem (rated 6.9/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Edith Scheuerman Elem (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Jones Elem Garden City | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Abe Hubert Elementary School Garden City | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| GC Achieve at J.D. Adams Hall Garden City | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| USD 457 Virtual Academy Garden City | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Horace J. Good Middle School Garden City | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Gertrude Walker Elem Garden City | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Edith Scheuerman Elem Garden City | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Georgia Matthews Elem Garden City | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Alta Brown Elem Garden City | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Jennie Wilson Elem Garden City | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Garden City | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Kenneth Henderson Middle Garden City | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Bernadine Sitts Intermediate Ctr Garden City | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| HIGH PLAINS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Garden City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Florence Wilson Elem Garden City | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Garden City High School Garden City | 2.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Victor Ornelas Elem Garden City | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Charles O Stones Intermediate Ctr Garden City | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Jennie Barker Elem Garden City | 5.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Holcomb Elem 3-5 Holcomb | 6.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 67846 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,507
Median Home Value
$188,200
Median Rent
$994/mo
Population
34,276
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
14.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
32.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLY NAME SCHOOL Kansas City, KS | 7.1 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kingman, KS | 7.1 |
| HIGHLAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prairie Village, KS | 7.0 |
| HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Goddard, KS | 7.0 |
| South Haven Elem South Haven, KS | 7.0 |
| Chase Raymond Primary Intermediate School Chase, KS | 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 100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School is 10.2:1. 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 KS?
St Mary Catholic School ranks #41 of 142 private schools in KS.
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.
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
- 100
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Finney County
- Phone
- (620) 276-2241
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