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#298 of 378 private schools in MD
St Mary Catholic School
Elementary School
218 W WASHINGTON ST, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#298 of 378
In Hagerstown
#8 of 11
public schools
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St Mary Catholic School
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About St Mary Catholic School
St Mary Catholic School is a private elementary school in Hagerstown, MD. St Mary Catholic School serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #298 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, St Mary 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.
St Mary 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 Catholic School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Hagerstown, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Catholic School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Bester Elementary | 4.8 |
| Salem Avenue Elementary | 6.4 |
| Western Heights Middle | 6.9 |
| Marshall Street School | 2.5 |
| Pangborn Elementary | 4.9 |
| Northern Middle | 7.5 |
| Fountaindale Elementary | 8.5 |
| Potomac Heights Elementary | 6.1 |
| Emma K. Doub Elementary | 7.9 |
| Jonathan Hager Elementary | 8.1 |
| E. Russell Hicks Middle | 6.8 |
| Eastern Elementary | 5.9 |
| Ruth Ann Monroe Primary | 7.4 |
| Lincolnshire Elementary | 7.0 |
| Paramount Elementary | 7.5 |
| Rockland Woods Elementary | 7.0 |
| Fountain Rock Elementary | 6.6 |
| Old Forge Elementary | 7.3 |
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 MD.
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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 MD
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
218 W WASHINGTON ST, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fountaindale Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jonathan Hager Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emma K. Doub Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hagerstown, see our Hagerstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Hagerstown | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| HAGERSTOWN CHILDRENS SCHOOL Hagerstown | 0.6 mi | — |
| TRUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hagerstown | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Bester Elementary Hagerstown | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Western Heights Middle Hagerstown | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Salem Avenue Elementary Hagerstown | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Marshall Street School Hagerstown | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Washington County Job Development Center Hagerstown | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| North Hagerstown High Hagerstown | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Northern Middle Hagerstown | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Pangborn Elementary Hagerstown | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Fountaindale Elementary Hagerstown | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| South Hagerstown High Hagerstown | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Emma K. Doub Elementary Hagerstown | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ST MARIA GORETTI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Hagerstown | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| E. Russell Hicks Middle Hagerstown | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Potomac Heights Elementary Hagerstown | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Jonathan Hager Elementary Hagerstown | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Eastern Elementary Hagerstown | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Ruth Ann Monroe Primary Hagerstown | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,410
Median Home Value
$241,600
Median Rent
$1,031/mo
Population
63,140
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
55.2%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
38.8
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| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Elkridge, MD | 5.3 |
| Doswell E. Brooks Elementary Capital Heights, MD | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Catholic School
What grades does St Mary Catholic School serve?
St Mary Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary Catholic School?
St Mary Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Catholic School rank in MD?
St Mary Catholic School ranks #298 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is St Mary Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary 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 Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Mary 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 Catholic School a religious school?
St Mary Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (301) 733-1184
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