Very Good
#34 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 15% of private schools
St Mary School System
School
1243 ELMDALE RD, Paducah, KY 42003
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#34 of 218
In Paducah
#1 of 3
public schools
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St Mary School System
School in Paducah · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary School System
St Mary School System is a private school in Paducah, KY. St Mary School System serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School System has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, St Mary School System sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mary School System 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 System compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Paducah, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School System (this school) | 7.7 |
| Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Paducah Middle School | 7.5 |
| Clark Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Lone Oak Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Lone Oak Middle School | 8.3 |
| Lone Oak Intermediate School | 8.2 |
| Morgan Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Paducah Tilghman High School | 7.0 |
| McNabb Elementary School | 4.7 |
| McCracken Regional School | — |
| Choices Educational Center | — |
| Concord Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Paducah Head Start Preschool | 6.1 |
| McCracken County High School | 7.5 |
| Reidland Intermediate School | 8.7 |
| Reidland Middle School | 7.6 |
| Reidland Elementary School | 7.2 |
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 KY.
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 KY
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
1243 ELMDALE RD, Paducah, KY 42003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School System may also want to explore other schools in the area. Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Reidland Intermediate School (rated 8.7/10, 6.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Clark Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Paducah, see our Paducah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paducah | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School Paducah | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Paducah Middle School Paducah | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Clark Elementary School Paducah | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Lone Oak Elementary School Paducah | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Lone Oak Middle School Paducah | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Lone Oak Intermediate School Paducah | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Morgan Elementary School Paducah | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Paducah Tilghman High School Paducah | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| McNabb Elementary School Paducah | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| McCracken Regional School Paducah | 3.1 mi | — |
| Choices Educational Center Paducah | 3.1 mi | — |
| Concord Elementary School Paducah | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Paducah Head Start Preschool Paducah | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Brookport Elementary School Brookport | 5.2 mi | 7.2 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY K-12 Paducah | 5.2 mi | 6.3 |
| McCracken County High School Paducah | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Unity Elem School Brookport | 7.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Reidland Middle School Paducah | 6.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Reidland Intermediate School Paducah | 6.5 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 42003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,052
Median Home Value
$160,700
Median Rent
$696/mo
Population
29,384
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
16.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buckhorn School Buckhorn, KY | 7.7 |
| Fulton Independent School Fulton, KY | 7.7 |
| UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS ACADEMY Hopkinsville, KY | 7.7 |
| Augusta Independent School Augusta, KY | 7.6 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hopkinsville, KY | 7.6 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF BOWLING GREEN Bowling Green, KY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary School System
What grades does St Mary School System serve?
St Mary School System serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend St Mary School System?
St Mary School System has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School System?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School System is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary School System rank in KY?
St Mary School System ranks #34 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is St Mary School System's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School System has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 System a private school?
Yes, St Mary School System 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 System a religious school?
St Mary School System has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- McCracken County
- Phone
- (270) 442-1681
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