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#107 of 142 private schools in KS
St Mary's Catholic School
Elementary School
702 S EDDY ST, Fort Scott, KS 66701
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#107 of 142
In Fort Scott
#2 of 3
public schools
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St Mary's Catholic School
Elementary School in Fort Scott · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary's Catholic School
St Mary's Catholic School is a private elementary school in Fort Scott, KS. St Mary's Catholic School serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #107 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, St Mary's 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.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, St Mary's Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mary's 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's Catholic School compares to the 4 public schools in Fort Scott, KS
Student Demographics
All Schools in Fort Scott
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Winfield Scott Elem | 8.7 |
| Fort Scott Sr High | 5.8 |
| Eugene Ware Elem | 8.3 |
| Fort Scott Middle School | 7.4 |
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.
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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
702 S EDDY ST, Fort Scott, KS 66701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winfield Scott Elem (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eugene Ware Elem (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jayhawk Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 21.7 miles away, in nearby Mound City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Scott, see our Fort Scott schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Winfield Scott Elem Fort Scott | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Fort Scott Sr High Fort Scott | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Eugene Ware Elem Fort Scott | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| FORT SCOTT CHRISTIAN HEIGHTS Fort Scott | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Fort Scott Middle School Fort Scott | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER Fort Scott | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| West Bourbon Elementary Uniontown | 14.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Uniontown High School Uniontown | 14.3 mi | 6.7 |
| BRONAUGH ELEM. Bronaugh | 16.7 mi | 5.4 |
| BRONAUGH HIGH Bronaugh | 16.7 mi | 5.5 |
| HUME ELEM. Hume | 19.2 mi | 6.7 |
| HUME HIGH Hume | 19.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Northeast Elem Arma | 20.1 mi | 5.0 |
| North East High Arma | 20.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Northeast Virtual School Arma | 20.1 mi | — |
| Jayhawk Elementary Mound City | 21.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Jayhawk-Linn High Mound City | 21.6 mi | 6.2 |
| LIBERAL HIGH Liberal | 21.7 mi | 8.0 |
| LIBERAL MIDDLE Liberal | 21.7 mi | 7.9 |
| LIBERAL ELEM. Liberal | 21.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,838
Median Home Value
$107,800
Median Rent
$789/mo
Population
11,075
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brewster Elem Brewster, KS | 5.2 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Ellis, KS | 5.4 |
| ST ANDREW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Independence, KS | 5.5 |
| Burrton Elem Burrton, KS | 5.0 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chanute, KS | 5.6 |
| NEWTON BIBLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newton, KS | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary's Catholic School
What grades does St Mary's Catholic School serve?
St Mary's Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend St Mary's Catholic School?
St Mary's Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary's Catholic School rank in KS?
St Mary's Catholic School ranks #107 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is St Mary's Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary's Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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's Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Mary's 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's Catholic School a religious school?
St Mary's Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 161 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Bourbon County
- Phone
- (620) 223-6060
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