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St Marys School

Elementary School

6919 TRANSIT RD, East Amherst, NY 14051

Private

Enrollment

221

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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St Marys School

6.0/10

Elementary School in East Amherst · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Marys School

St Marys School is a private elementary school in East Amherst, NY. St Marys School serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Marys School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #591 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

St Marys 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.

St Marys School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Marys School compares to the 4 public schools in East Amherst, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
This School
vs
11.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
221
This School
vs
780
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
7.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.4% vs 0%
Black 4.1% vs 0%
Asian 4.1% vs 0%
St Marys School East Amherst Public Avg

All Schools in East Amherst

School Rating
St Marys School (this school) 6.0
DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.5
CASEY MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.8
TRANSIT MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.6
WILLIAMSVILLE EAST HIGH SCHOOL 8.5

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)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 31%
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 221
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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 82.4%
Hispanic 5.4%
Black 4.1%
Asian 4.1%
Two or More 3.2%
Native American 0.5%
Pacific Islander 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6919 TRANSIT RD, East Amherst, NY 14051

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Marys School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHERIDAN HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Amherst, see our East Amherst schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Amherst 1.7 mi 8.5
TRANSIT MIDDLE SCHOOL East Amherst 2.3 mi 7.6
WILLIAMSVILLE EAST HIGH SCHOOL East Amherst 2.4 mi 8.5
CASEY MIDDLE SCHOOL East Amherst 2.1 mi 6.8
WILLIAMSVILLE NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Williamsville 2.2 mi 8.4
COUNTRY PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 3.8 mi 7.7
MAPLE EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 3.6 mi 7.9
HEIM MIDDLE SCHOOL Williamsville 3.7 mi 6.0
CLARENCE CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarence Center 3.7 mi 7.1
HEIM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 3.8 mi 6.3
SHERIDAN HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 4.8 mi 8.1
GATEWAY-LONGVIEW LYNDE SCHOOL Williamsville 4.9 mi 8.8
LEDGEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarence 4.4 mi 7.6
NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY SCHOOL Williamsville 5.0 mi 5.4
HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 5.2 mi 8.2
MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Williamsville 4.8 mi 6.4
MAPLE WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 4.5 mi 7.4
WILLIAMSVILLE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Williamsville 5.2 mi 8.1
CHRISTIAN CENTRAL ACADEMY Williamsville 5.3 mi 7.8
JEWISH HERITAGE DAY SCHOOL/OHR TEMIMIM Amherst 4.6 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,895

Median Home Value

$386,500

Median Rent

$1,840/mo

Population

20,333

College Educated

64%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

45.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Marys School

What grades does St Marys School serve?

St Marys School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Marys School?

St Marys School has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Marys School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Marys School rank in NY?

St Marys School ranks #591 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is St Marys School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Marys 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 Marys School a private school?

Yes, St Marys 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 School a religious school?

St Marys School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
221
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Erie County
Phone
(716) 689-8424

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