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#531 of 713 private schools in OH
St Mary Elementary School
Elementary School
309 E CHESTNUT ST, Lancaster, OH 43130
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#531 of 713
In Lancaster
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Mary Elementary School
Elementary School in Lancaster · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary Elementary School
St Mary Elementary School is a private elementary school in Lancaster, OH. St Mary Elementary School serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #531 of 713 private schools in OH.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 184 students, St Mary 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 Mary 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
BetaHow St Mary Elementary School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Lancaster, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Elementary School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Mt. Pleasant Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Tallmadge Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Gorsuch West Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Medill Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Early Childhood Center 2 | 5.0 |
| Early Childhood Center 1 | 7.2 |
| Tarhe Trails Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Thomas Ewing Junior High School | 4.5 |
| General Sherman Junior High School | 4.3 |
| Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School | 6.6 |
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 OH.
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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 OH
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
309 E CHESTNUT ST, Lancaster, OH 43130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasantville Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Pleasantville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tarhe Trails Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Berne Union Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Sugar Grove), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,242
Median Home Value
$215,900
Median Rent
$1,031/mo
Population
62,450
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
39.9
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| Bella Academy of Excellence Cleveland, OH | 5.5 |
| Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls Toledo, OH | 5.5 |
| Martin Luther King Academy for Boys Elementary School Toledo, OH | 5.5 |
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| South Scioto Academy Columbus, OH | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Elementary School
What grades does St Mary Elementary School serve?
St Mary Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary Elementary School?
St Mary Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Elementary School rank in OH?
St Mary Elementary School ranks #531 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is St Mary Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Mary 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 Mary Elementary School a religious school?
St Mary Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 184
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Fairfield County
- Phone
- (740) 654-1632
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