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#157 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 49% of private schools
St Marys School
Elementary School
730 S CEDAR AVE, Owatonna, MN 55060
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#157 of 319
In Owatonna
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Marys School
Elementary School in Owatonna · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Marys School
St Marys School is a private elementary school in Owatonna, MN. St Marys School serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Marys School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Marys 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 School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Owatonna, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Marys School (this school) | 6.4 |
| CHOICE Technical Academy | 5.2 |
| Owatonna Online K-6 | 6.1 |
| OWATONNA ECSE | 6.0 |
| Owatonna Online 7-8 | — |
| WILSON ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY | 6.1 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY | 6.8 |
| Owatonna Middle School | 5.2 |
| MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY | 5.9 |
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
730 S CEDAR AVE, Owatonna, MN 55060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Marys School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Owatonna Online K-6 (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Owatonna, see our Owatonna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHOICE Technical Academy Owatonna | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| OWATONNA ECSE Owatonna | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| OWATONNA ALC 9-12 Owatonna | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Owatonna Online K-6 Owatonna | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Owatonna Online 9-12 Owatonna | 0.6 mi | 2.1 |
| Owatonna Online 7-8 Owatonna | 0.6 mi | — |
| WILSON ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Owatonna Middle School Owatonna | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| OWATONNA SENIOR HIGH Owatonna | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| OWATONNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Owatonna | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| MEDFORD SECONDARY Medford | 6.6 mi | 5.0 |
| MEDFORD ELEMENTARY Medford | 6.6 mi | 5.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Faribault | 13.5 mi | — |
| Falcons Online Academy-Middle Faribault | 13.5 mi | — |
| Falcons Online Academy-HS Faribault | 13.5 mi | 4.1 |
| FARIBAULT MIDDLE Faribault | 13.6 mi | 5.4 |
| MN ACADEMY FOR THE BLIND Faribault | 14.5 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,848
Median Home Value
$239,300
Median Rent
$1,018/mo
Population
29,601
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.3
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|---|---|
| ASCENSION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis, MN | 6.4 |
| BROWERVILLE ELEMENTARY Browerville, MN | 6.4 |
| CHELSEA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Saint Paul, MN | 6.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Duluth, MN | 6.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion Duluth, MN | 6.4 |
| MOOSE LAKE ELEMENTARY Moose Lake, MN | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Marys School
What grades does St Marys School serve?
St Marys School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Marys School?
St Marys School has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Marys School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Marys School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Marys School rank in MN?
St Marys School ranks #157 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Marys School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Marys School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Marys 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 School a religious school?
St Marys School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 270
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Steele County
- Phone
- (507) 446-2300
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