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#385 of 388 private schools in MA

St Mary's Catholic School

Elementary School

330 PRATT ST, Mansfield, MA 02048

Private

Enrollment

230

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#385 of 388

In Mansfield

#2 of 2

public schools

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St Mary's Catholic School

3.9/10

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

Mansfield High

7.8/10

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8.8/10

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About St Mary's Catholic School

St Mary's Catholic School is a private elementary school in Mansfield, MA. St Mary's Catholic School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #385 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares2.4 pts below MA schools
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

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

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How St Mary's Catholic School compares to the 5 public schools in Mansfield, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
This School
vs
12.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
230
This School
vs
674
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.9
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.5% vs 0%
Black 4.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.9% vs 0%
Asian 1.3% vs 0%
St Mary's Catholic School Mansfield Public Avg

All Schools in Mansfield

School Rating
St Mary's Catholic School (this school) 3.9
Mansfield High 7.8
Harold L Qualters Middle 8.8
Everett W Robinson 7.5
Jordan/Jackson Elementary 7.1
Roland Green School 4.8

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 MA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 25%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 230
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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)

White 86.5%
Black 4.8%
Hispanic 3.9%
Two or More 3.5%
Asian 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

330 PRATT ST, Mansfield, MA 02048

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Mary's Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vincent M Igo Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Foxborough), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charles Taylor Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Foxborough), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mabelle M Burrell (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Foxborough), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mansfield, see our Mansfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Mansfield High Mansfield 0.4 mi 7.8
Harold L Qualters Middle Mansfield 0.5 mi 8.8
Everett W Robinson Mansfield 0.5 mi 7.5
Jordan/Jackson Elementary Mansfield 0.6 mi 7.1
Roland Green School Mansfield 1.2 mi 4.8
HANDS-ON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield 1.3 mi 5.8
Mabelle M Burrell Foxborough 1.8 mi 8.2
Foxborough Regional Charter School Foxborough 2.6 mi 4.3
John J Ahern Foxborough 3.1 mi 7.4
Foxborough High Foxborough 2.8 mi 6.6
Charles Taylor Elementary Foxborough 2.8 mi 8.8
THE SAGE SCHOOL Foxboro 3.5 mi 7.9
Vincent M Igo Elementary Foxborough 3.0 mi 9.1
KING'S WOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Foxboro 3.4 mi
AL-NOOR ACADEMY Sharon 4.2 mi 4.1
Heights Elementary Sharon 4.8 mi 7.4
Henri A. Yelle Norton 5.1 mi 5.4
Norton High Norton 5.2 mi 5.6
L G Nourse Elementary Norton 5.0 mi 6.7
Norton Middle Norton 5.3 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,409

Median Home Value

$571,000

Median Rent

$1,702/mo

Population

23,855

College Educated

51.5%

Homeownership

72.7%

Avg Commute

35 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

41.3

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ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Dorchester, MA 3.9
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Lincoln-Thomson Lynn, MA 4.0

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 Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Mary's Catholic School?

St Mary's Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic School is 15.3:1. 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 MA?

St Mary's Catholic School ranks #385 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is St Mary's Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Mary's Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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'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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
230
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County

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