Very Good
#37 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 9% of private schools
St Mary Cathedral School
Elementary School
210 S SPRIGG ST, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#37 of 399
In Cape Girardeau
#1 of 6
public schools
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St Mary Cathedral School
Elementary School in Cape Girardeau · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary Cathedral School
St Mary Cathedral School is a private elementary school in Cape Girardeau, MO. St Mary Cathedral School serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, St Mary Cathedral 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.
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, St Mary Cathedral School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mary Cathedral 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 Cathedral School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Cape Girardeau, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Cathedral School (this school) | 7.9 |
| PARKVIEW SCHOOL | — |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. | 4.5 |
| GIRARDOT CENTER FOR YOUTH | — |
| CENTRAL JR. HIGH | 3.9 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE | 7.4 |
| BLANCHARD ELEM. | 6.0 |
| ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. | 8.5 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. | 7.8 |
| CLIPPARD ELEM. | 7.0 |
| NELL HOLCOMB ELEM. | 6.5 |
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 MO.
Data Unavailable
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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 MO
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
210 S SPRIGG ST, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Cathedral School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FRANKLIN ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cape Girardeau, see our Cape Girardeau schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PARKVIEW SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 0.7 mi | — |
| GIRARDOT CENTER FOR YOUTH Cape Girardeau | 0.9 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Cape Girardeau | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTRAL JR. HIGH Cape Girardeau | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BLANCHARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| CENTRAL HIGH Cape Girardeau | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| EAGLE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Scott City | 5.3 mi | 6.9 |
| NOTRE DAME REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 4.5 mi | 6.6 |
| SCOTT CITY ELEM. Scott City | 6.1 mi | 6.0 |
| SCOTT CITY HIGH Scott City | 6.1 mi | 6.5 |
| SCOTT CITY MIDDLE Scott City | 6.1 mi | 8.6 |
| NELL HOLCOMB ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,909
Median Home Value
$127,300
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
8,494
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
40.7%
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
41.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART St. Charles, MO | 7.9 |
| EMINENCE ELEM. Eminence, MO | 7.9 |
| LA PLATA ELEM. La Plata, MO | 7.9 |
| NORTH HARRISON ELEM. Eagleville, MO | 7.9 |
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. Sikeston, MO | 7.9 |
| WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN St. Louis, MO | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Cathedral School
What grades does St Mary Cathedral School serve?
St Mary Cathedral School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary Cathedral School?
St Mary Cathedral School has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Cathedral School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Cathedral School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Cathedral School rank in MO?
St Mary Cathedral School ranks #37 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Mary Cathedral School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Cathedral School a private school?
Yes, St Mary Cathedral 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 Cathedral School a religious school?
St Mary Cathedral School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 70 Very Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 127
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cape Girardeau County
- Phone
- (573) 335-3840
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