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#239 of 404 private schools in NC
St Mary School
Elementary School
1601 EDGERTON ST, Goldsboro, NC 27530
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#239 of 404
In Goldsboro
#2 of 8
public schools
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St Mary School
Elementary School in Goldsboro · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary School
St Mary School is a private elementary school in Goldsboro, NC. St Mary School serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #239 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Mary 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 School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Goldsboro, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 6.0 |
| North Drive Elementary | 1.5 |
| Wayne School of Engineering | 8.2 |
| Wayne Middle / High Academy | 5.1 |
| Wayne Early / Middle College High | 6.9 |
| Dillard Middle | 2.7 |
| Greenwood Middle | 5.4 |
| Carver Heights Elementary | 4.6 |
| Dillard Academy | 5.4 |
| Meadow Lane Elementary | 7.8 |
| Wayne School of Technical Arts | — |
| Tommy's Road Elementary | 5.2 |
| Wayne Preparatory Academy | 4.8 |
| Eastern Wayne Middle | 4.0 |
| Eastern Wayne Elementary | 4.7 |
| Rosewood Middle | 5.6 |
| Rosewood Elementary | 6.3 |
| Spring Creek Elementary | 6.7 |
| Grantham Middle | 6.5 |
| Grantham 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 NC.
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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 NC
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
1601 EDGERTON ST, Goldsboro, NC 27530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadow Lane Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WAYNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dillard Academy (rated 5.4/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Goldsboro, see our Goldsboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Drive Elementary Goldsboro | 0.4 mi | 1.5 |
| Edgewood Cmty Developmental Goldsboro | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Goldsboro High Goldsboro | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Wayne School of Engineering Goldsboro | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Wayne Middle / High Academy Goldsboro | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| RHEMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goldsboro | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| WAYNE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Goldsboro | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Wayne Early / Middle College High Goldsboro | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Dillard Middle Goldsboro | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| THE CHILDRENS HOUSE OF GOLDSBORO Goldsboro | 1.8 mi | — |
| WAYNE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goldsboro | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Greenwood Middle Goldsboro | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Carver Heights Elementary Goldsboro | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Wayne School of Technical Arts Goldsboro | 2.5 mi | — |
| NEW INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Goldsboro | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Meadow Lane Elementary Goldsboro | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Wayne Preparatory Academy Goldsboro | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Dillard Academy Goldsboro | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Tommy's Road Elementary Goldsboro | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| WAYNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Goldsboro | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,507
Median Home Value
$176,500
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
37,442
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
58.2%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coker-Wimberly Elementary Battleboro, NC | 6.0 |
| FIRST IMPRESSIONS ACADEMY Fayetteville, NC | 6.0 |
| Francine Delany New School Asheville, NC | 6.0 |
| Green Valley Elementary Boone, NC | 6.0 |
| James Y Joyner Elementary Greensboro, NC | 6.0 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Winston-Salem, NC | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary School
What grades does St Mary School serve?
St Mary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary School?
St Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary School rank in NC?
St Mary School ranks #239 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Mary 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 School a religious school?
St Mary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 222
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (919) 735-1931
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