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#28 of 38 private schools in ND
St Mary's Grade School
Elementary School
807 E THAYER AVE, Bismarck, ND 58501
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Dakota private schools
#28 of 38
In Bismarck
#5 of 8
public schools
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St Mary's Grade School
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About St Mary's Grade School
St Mary's Grade School is a private elementary school in Bismarck, ND. St Mary's Grade School serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 38 private schools in ND.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- ND avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
St Mary's Grade 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's Grade School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Bismarck, ND
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's Grade School (this school) | 5.6 |
| BECEP CENTER | 3.4 |
| WILL-MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| JEANNETTE MYHRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| PIONEER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| DOROTHY MOSES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| NORTHRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| RITA MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| HIGHLAND ACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| GRIMSRUD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| ROBERT PLACE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| VICTOR SOLHEIM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| Theodore Jamerson Elementary School | 7.1 |
| ELK RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| SUNRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.1 |
| PRAIRIE ROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| SILVER RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| APPLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.6 |
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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 ND.
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 ND
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
807 E THAYER AVE, Bismarck, ND 58501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's Grade School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VICTOR SOLHEIM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bismarck, see our Bismarck schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BISMARCK HIGH SCHOOL Bismarck | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL Bismarck | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| WILL-MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| BECEP CENTER Bismarck | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| LIGHT OF CHRIST CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Bismarck | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| JEANNETTE MYHRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| WACHTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Bismarck | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| THE INNOVATION SCHOOL Bismarck | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| PIONEER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| CATHEDRAL OF THE HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Bismarck | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| DOROTHY MOSES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| NORTHRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SIMLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bismarck | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTH CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bismarck | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| GRIMSRUD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ROBERT PLACE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| VICTOR SOLHEIM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL Bismarck | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bismarck | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,796
Median Home Value
$276,000
Median Rent
$938/mo
Population
28,571
College Educated
35.4%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
13.9 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
37.1
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| TRINITY ELEMENTARY WEST Dickinson, ND | 5.6 |
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| BM HANSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harvey, ND | 5.7 |
| GRIMSRUD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck, ND | 5.7 |
| MINNEWAUKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minnewaukan, ND | 5.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary's Grade School
What grades does St Mary's Grade School serve?
St Mary's Grade School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St Mary's Grade School?
St Mary's Grade School has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Grade School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Grade School is 14.5:1. 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 Grade School rank in ND?
St Mary's Grade School ranks #28 of 38 private schools in ND.
What is St Mary's Grade School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary's Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Grade School a private school?
Yes, St Mary's Grade 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's Grade School a religious school?
St Mary's Grade School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 215
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Burleigh County
- Phone
- (701) 223-0225
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