Very Good
#101 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 31% of private schools
St Mary's Catholic School K-12
School
104 SAINT MARYS ST NW, Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#101 of 319
Shortlisting around St Mary's Catholic School K-12?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
St Mary's Catholic School K-12
School in Sleepy Eye · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Sleepy Eye Elementary
0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Sleepy Eye Sec.
0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About St Mary's Catholic School K-12
St Mary's Catholic School K-12 is a private school in Sleepy Eye, MN. St Mary's Catholic School K-12 serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's Catholic School K-12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Mary's Catholic School K-12 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's Catholic School K-12 compares to the 2 public schools in Sleepy Eye, MN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Sleepy Eye
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic School K-12 (this school) | 7.0 |
| SLEEPY EYE SEC. | 6.9 |
| SLEEPY EYE ELEMENTARY | 4.2 |
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.
Data Unavailable
View data sources
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
104 SAINT MARYS ST NW, Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's Catholic School K-12 may also want to explore other schools in the area. SPRINGFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is CEDAR MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW ULM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby New Ulm), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sleepy Eye, see our Sleepy Eye schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SLEEPY EYE ELEMENTARY Sleepy Eye | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| SLEEPY EYE SEC. Sleepy Eye | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sleepy Eye | 1.0 mi | — |
| PRAIRE LUTHERAN SCHOOL UPPER SITE Fairfax | 15.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CEDAR MOUNTAIN SECONDARY Morgan | 12.5 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW ULM HIGH SCHOOL New Ulm | 11.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Washington Learning Center New Ulm | 12.2 mi | 5.1 |
| NEW ULM AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS New Ulm | 12.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Ulm | 12.7 mi | 4.9 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY New Ulm | 12.8 mi | 4.9 |
| NEW ULM MIDDLE SCHOOL New Ulm | 12.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ST RAPHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springfield | 13.3 mi | 6.5 |
| SPRINGFIELD SECONDARY Springfield | 13.6 mi | 8.0 |
| SPRINGFIELD ELEMENTARY Springfield | 13.7 mi | 9.1 |
| COMFREY ELEMENTARY Comfrey | 16.3 mi | 6.4 |
| COMFREY SECONDARY Comfrey | 16.3 mi | 7.9 |
| CEDAR MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Franklin | 17.3 mi | 8.6 |
| RIVER BEND AREA LEARNING CENTER New Ulm | 13.7 mi | 6.7 |
| RIVER BEND EARLY CHILDHOOD PROG. New Ulm | 13.7 mi | — |
| IMPRINTS PROGRAM New Ulm | 13.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,429
Median Home Value
$162,100
Median Rent
$751/mo
Population
5,013
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
86.1%
Avg Commute
16.1 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Rosemount, MN | 7.0 |
| WOODCREST BAPTIST ACADEMY Fridley, MN | 7.0 |
| CENTRAL MINNESOTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prinsburg, MN | 6.9 |
| PACELLI CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Austin, MN | 6.9 |
| UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bloomington, MN | 7.1 |
| Tier Three Plymouth, MN | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary's Catholic School K-12
What grades does St Mary's Catholic School K-12 serve?
St Mary's Catholic School K-12 serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend St Mary's Catholic School K-12?
St Mary's Catholic School K-12 has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic School K-12?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic School K-12 is 11:1. 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 K-12 rank in MN?
St Mary's Catholic School K-12 ranks #101 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Mary's Catholic School K-12's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary's Catholic School K-12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 K-12 a private school?
Yes, St Mary's Catholic School K-12 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 K-12 a religious school?
St Mary's Catholic School K-12 has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 261
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Brown County
- Phone
- (507) 794-4121
Resources & Links
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.