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#857 of 992 private schools in NY

St Marys Elementary School

Elementary School

2 SAINT MARYS HL, Lancaster, NY 14086

Private

Enrollment

190

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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St Marys Elementary School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Lancaster · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

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5.0/10

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About St Marys Elementary School

St Marys Elementary School is a private elementary school in Lancaster, NY. St Marys Elementary School serves approximately 190 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Marys Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #857 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.8 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 190 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.

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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Marys Elementary School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Lancaster, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
This School
vs
12:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
190
This School
vs
652
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.1
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.1% vs 0%
St Marys Elementary School Lancaster Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Marys Elementary School (this school) 5.1
LANCASTER MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.0
COURT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.3
COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.4
WILLIAM STREET SCHOOL 5.3
HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,097.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 12%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 190
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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 NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 93.7%
Two or More 5.3%
Hispanic 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2 SAINT MARYS HL, Lancaster, NY 14086

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Marys Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is SHERIDAN HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LANCASTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lancaster 0.6 mi 5.0
COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster 0.8 mi 6.4
COURT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster 0.7 mi 6.3
CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Depew 1.1 mi 3.5
DEPEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Depew 1.2 mi 5.2
DEPEW HIGH SCHOOL Depew 1.2 mi 8.2
LANCASTER HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster 1.9 mi 8.5
WILLIAM STREET SCHOOL Lancaster 2.0 mi 5.3
HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster 2.3 mi 7.5
JOHN A SCIOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Depew 2.1 mi 6.9
CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF BUFFALO Bowmansville 2.7 mi —
OUR LADY OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Depew 2.3 mi 6.3
BUFFALO SUBURBAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster 3.0 mi —
HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 4.1 mi 8.2
NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY SCHOOL Williamsville 4.3 mi 5.4
SHERIDAN HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 4.7 mi 8.1
CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 4.3 mi 5.4
MARYVALE PRIMARY SCHOOL Cheektowaga 3.9 mi 5.4
GATEWAY-LONGVIEW LYNDE SCHOOL Williamsville 4.9 mi 8.8
CLARENCE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Clarence 5.2 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,949

Median Home Value

$263,600

Median Rent

$983/mo

Population

35,659

College Educated

39.3%

Homeownership

83.5%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

46

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PS 51 Richmond Hill, NY 5.1

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 Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Marys Elementary School?

St Marys Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Marys Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Marys Elementary School is 12.7:1. 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 NY?

St Marys Elementary School ranks #857 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is St Marys Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Marys Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
190
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Erie County
Phone
(716) 683-2112

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