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#60 of 143 private schools in NE
Top 41% of private schools
St Marys Elementary School
Elementary School
326 E BENTON, O'neill, NE 68763
Enrollment
109
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
109
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#60 of 143
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St Marys Elementary School
Elementary School in O'neill · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Marys Elementary School
St Marys Elementary School is a private elementary school in O'neill, NE. St Marys Elementary School serves approximately 109 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Marys Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 109 students, St Marys Elementary 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 Marys Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Marys Elementary 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.
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 NE.
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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 NE
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
326 E BENTON, O'neill, NE 68763
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Marys Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BOYD COUNTY ELEMENTARY (LYNCH) (rated 9.8/10, 27.1 miles away, in nearby Lynch), which scores notably higher. Another option is ATKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Atkinson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BOYD COUNTY ELEMENTARY (BUTTE) (rated 9.1/10, 32.7 miles away, in nearby Butte), which scores notably higher. For more schools in O'neill, see our O'neill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 26.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| O'NEILL HIGH SCHOOL O'Neill | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| O'NEILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL O'Neill | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| CHAMBERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chambers | 18.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CHAMBERS HIGH SCHOOL Chambers | 18.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ATKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Atkinson | 17.6 mi | 9.2 |
| WEST HOLT HIGH SCHOOL Atkinson | 17.6 mi | 7.6 |
| WEST HOLT LITTLE PAWS PRESCHOOL Atkinson | 17.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Atkinson | 17.7 mi | 4.7 |
| BOYD COUNTY ELEMENTARY (LYNCH) Lynch | 27.1 mi | 9.8 |
| BOYD COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL (SPENCER) Spencer | 28.8 mi | 6.2 |
| BOYD COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL (SPENCER) Spencer | 28.8 mi | 8.1 |
| SUMMERLAND HIGH SCHOOL Ewing | 25.3 mi | 5.1 |
| SUMMERLAND ELEM SCHOOL Ewing | 25.3 mi | 8.2 |
| BOYD COUNTY ELEMENTARY (BUTTE) Butte | 32.7 mi | 9.1 |
| STUART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stuart | 26.7 mi | 7.3 |
| STUART HIGH SCHOOL Stuart | 26.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68763 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,947
Median Home Value
$151,200
Median Rent
$720/mo
Population
4,536
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
14.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
44.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Marys Elementary School
What grades does St Marys Elementary School serve?
St Marys Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend St Marys Elementary School?
St Marys Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 109 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Marys Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Marys Elementary 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 Marys Elementary School rank in NE?
St Marys Elementary School ranks #60 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is St Marys Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Marys Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Marys Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?
St Marys Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 109
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Holt County
- Phone
- (402) 336-2664
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