Very Good
#179 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 18% of private schools
St Mary's School
Elementary School
12 6TH ST, Waterford, NY 12188
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#179 of 992
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St Mary's School
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About St Mary's School
St Mary's School is a private elementary school in Waterford, NY. St Mary's School serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #179 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, St Mary's 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, St Mary's School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mary's 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 School compares to the 2 public schools in Waterford, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Waterford
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's School (this school) | 7.3 |
| WATERFORD-HALFMOON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| WATERFORD-HALFMOON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 6.8 |
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 NY.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
12 6TH ST, Waterford, NY 12188
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 14 (rated 7.1/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Troy), with a very similar rating. Another option is WATERFORD-HALFMOON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, VAN SCHAICK ISLAND SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Cohoes), a more accessible option. For more schools in Waterford, see our Waterford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TURNPIKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| WATERFORD-HALFMOON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waterford | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| WATERFORD-HALFMOON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Waterford | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| VAN SCHAICK ISLAND SCHOOL Cohoes | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| RENSSELAER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| COHOES MIDDLE SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| COHOES HIGH SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| HARMONY HILL SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| HEATLY SCHOOL Green Island | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 2 Troy | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST COLMAN'S SCHOOL Watervliet | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 18 Troy | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet | 4.1 mi | 4.0 |
| TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 4.4 mi | 6.1 |
| TROY HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 4.5 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 14 Troy | 4.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12188 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,212
Median Home Value
$278,100
Median Rent
$1,097/mo
Population
11,414
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
44.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMAGANSETT SCHOOL Amagansett, NY | 7.3 |
| DUTCHESS DAY SCHOOL Millbrook, NY | 7.3 |
| GARRISON SCHOOL Garrison, NY | 7.3 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU-PLAINVIEW CAMPUS Plainview, NY | 7.3 |
| JOHN PAULDING SCHOOL Tarrytown, NY | 7.3 |
| MANITOU SCHOOL Cold Spring, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary's School
What grades does St Mary's School serve?
St Mary's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend St Mary's School?
St Mary's School has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's School is 5.6:1. 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 School rank in NY?
St Mary's School ranks #179 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Mary's School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Mary's 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 School a religious school?
St Mary's School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 157
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Saratoga County
- Phone
- (518) 727-7917
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