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#199 of 319 private schools in MN
St Mary Catholic School
Elementary School
320 5TH AVE SE, Melrose, MN 56352
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#199 of 319
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St Mary Catholic School
Elementary School in Melrose · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary Catholic School
St Mary Catholic School is a private elementary school in Melrose, MN. St Mary Catholic School serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #199 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 106 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 5 public schools serving similar grades in Melrose, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Catholic School (this school) | 5.9 |
| WEST CENTRAL AREA LEARNING CENTER | — |
| BEACON PROGRAM W CENTRAL ED. DIST. | — |
| WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT B-2 | — |
| MELROSE MIDDLE | 6.8 |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY | 8.2 |
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 MN.
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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 MN
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
320 5TH AVE SE, Melrose, MN 56352
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MELROSE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBANY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Albany), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UPSALA ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Upsala), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Melrose, see our Melrose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST CENTRAL AREA LEARNING CENTER Melrose | 0.4 mi | — |
| BEACON PROGRAM W CENTRAL ED. DIST. Melrose | 0.4 mi | — |
| WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT B-2 Melrose | 0.4 mi | — |
| MELROSE SECONDARY Melrose | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MELROSE MIDDLE Melrose | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY Melrose | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTESSORI OF MELROSE Melrose | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST JOHNS-ST ANDREWS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenwald | 5.3 mi | 5.3 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Freeport | 5.9 mi | 4.8 |
| SAUK CENTRE ELEMENTARY Sauk Centre | 7.7 mi | 5.6 |
| SAUK CENTRE SECONDARY Sauk Centre | 7.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Sauk Centre Middle Sauk Centre | 7.7 mi | 4.9 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Sauk Centre | 8.2 mi | 4.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Albany | 12.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Albany Area Middle School Albany | 12.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Albany Area High School Albany | 12.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ALBANY ELEMENTARY Albany | 12.4 mi | 7.7 |
| UPSALA ELEMENTARY Upsala | 14.7 mi | 6.9 |
| UPSALA SECONDARY Upsala | 14.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SWANVILLE ELEMENTARY Swanville | 18.3 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56352 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,356
Median Home Value
$225,100
Median Rent
$1,047/mo
Population
5,955
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 279Online Learning Program K-5 Brooklyn Park, MN | 5.9 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Saint Paul, MN | 5.9 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glencoe, MN | 5.9 |
| MOST HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL Montgomery, MN | 5.9 |
| NORMAN COUNTY EAST ELEMENTARY Twin Valley, MN | 5.9 |
| RED LAKE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Red Lake, MN | 5.9 |
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 6th.
How many students attend St Mary Catholic School?
St Mary Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Catholic School rank in MN?
St Mary Catholic School ranks #199 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Mary Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 106
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Stearns County
- Phone
- (320) 256-4257
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