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#271 of 388 private schools in MA
St Marys Parish School
Elementary School
35 BARTLETT ST, Westfield, MA 01085
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#271 of 388
In Westfield
#2 of 3
public schools
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St Marys Parish School
Elementary School in Westfield · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
St Mary's Parish School - Secondary
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About St Marys Parish School
St Marys Parish School is a private elementary school in Westfield, MA. St Marys Parish School serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Marys Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #271 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, St Marys Parish School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Marys Parish 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 Marys Parish School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Westfield, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Marys Parish School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center | 3.3 |
| Westfield Virtual School | 3.5 |
| Franklin Ave | 2.8 |
| Abner Gibbs | 5.9 |
| Westfield Middle School | 5.9 |
| Highland | 4.1 |
| Southampton Road | 6.9 |
| Munger Hill | 4.5 |
| Paper Mill | 6.4 |
| Westfield Intermediate School | 6.2 |
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 MA.
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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
35 BARTLETT ST, Westfield, MA 01085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Marys Parish School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tatham (rated 9.1/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby West Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland School (rated 9.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Powder Mill School (rated 7.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westfield, see our Westfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY'S PARISH SCHOOL - SECONDARY Westfield | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center Westfield | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Westfield Virtual School Westfield | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Franklin Ave Westfield | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Abner Gibbs Westfield | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Westfield Middle School Westfield | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Westfield Technical Academy Westfield | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Westfield High Westfield | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Highland Westfield | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Munger Hill Westfield | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Southampton Road Westfield | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Westfield Intermediate School Westfield | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Paper Mill Westfield | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| WHITE OAK SCHOOL Westfield | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Powder Mill School Southwick | 4.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Southwick Regional School Southwick | 4.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Woodland School Southwick | 4.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Tatham West Springfield | 4.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Clifford M Granger Feeding Hills | 5.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills | 5.6 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,821
Median Home Value
$296,300
Median Rent
$1,064/mo
Population
41,466
College Educated
32.8%
Homeownership
68.6%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Marys Parish School
What grades does St Marys Parish School serve?
St Marys Parish School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Marys Parish School?
St Marys Parish School has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Marys Parish School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Marys Parish School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Marys Parish School rank in MA?
St Marys Parish School ranks #271 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Marys Parish School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Marys Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Marys Parish School a private school?
Yes, St Marys Parish 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 Marys Parish School a religious school?
St Marys Parish School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 203
- Gender Split
- 36% M / 64% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Phone
- (413) 568-2388
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