Very Good
#65 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 17% of private schools
St Mary Elementary School
Elementary School
16 SUMMER ST, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#65 of 388
In Shrewsbury
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Mary Elementary School
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About St Mary Elementary School
St Mary Elementary School is a private elementary school in Shrewsbury, MA. St Mary Elementary School serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 159 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.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, St Mary Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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
BetaHow St Mary Elementary School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Shrewsbury, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Elementary School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Walter J. Paton School | 6.2 |
| Spring Street School | 5.4 |
| Sherwood Middle School | 6.0 |
| Floral Street School | 6.1 |
| Oak Middle School | 7.6 |
| Major Howard W. Beal School | 8.0 |
| Parker Road Preschool | 4.3 |
| Calvin Coolidge School | 7.6 |
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 MA.
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 MA
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
16 SUMMER ST, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL-HAMRA ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boylston Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Boylston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lake View (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Shrewsbury, see our Shrewsbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LILLIPUT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Shrewsbury | 0.2 mi | — |
| Walter J. Paton School Shrewsbury | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Spring Street School Shrewsbury | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Sherwood Middle School Shrewsbury | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Floral Street School Shrewsbury | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Oak Middle School Shrewsbury | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| SHREWSBURY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Shrewsbury | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Major Howard W. Beal School Shrewsbury | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Shrewsbury High School Shrewsbury | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Parker Road Preschool Shrewsbury | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| SHREWSBURY CHILDREN'S CENTER Shrewsbury | 2.3 mi | — |
| Boylston Elementary School Boylston | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Lake View Worcester | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Lincoln Street Northborough | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| North Grafton Elementary North Grafton | 4.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Fannie E Proctor Northborough | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Street Worcester | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,225
Median Home Value
$555,500
Median Rent
$2,046/mo
Population
38,440
College Educated
65.6%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
40.5
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|---|---|
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| New Hingham Regional Elementary Chesterfield, MA | 7.5 |
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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 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Elementary School is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Elementary School rank in MA?
St Mary Elementary School ranks #65 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Mary Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 159
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (508) 842-1601
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