Very Good
#291 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 41% of private schools
St Mary of the Falls School
Elementary School
8262 COLUMBIA RD, Olmsted Falls, OH 44138
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#291 of 713
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St Mary of the Falls School
Elementary School in Olmsted Falls · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary of the Falls School
St Mary of the Falls School is a private elementary school in Olmsted Falls, OH. St Mary of the Falls School serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary of the Falls School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #291 of 713 private schools in OH.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
St Mary of the Falls 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 of the Falls School compares to the 4 public schools in Olmsted Falls, OH
Student Demographics
All Schools in Olmsted Falls
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary of the Falls School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Falls-Lenox Primary Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Olmsted Falls High School | 6.7 |
| Olmsted Falls Middle School | 7.5 |
| Olmsted Falls Intermediate Building | 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
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
8262 COLUMBIA RD, Olmsted Falls, OH 44138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary of the Falls School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Surrarrer Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Strongsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Copopa Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Columbia Station), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Olmsted Falls Intermediate Building (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Olmsted Falls, see our Olmsted Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,877
Median Home Value
$239,200
Median Rent
$1,210/mo
Population
23,129
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
42.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary of the Falls School
What grades does St Mary of the Falls School serve?
St Mary of the Falls School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary of the Falls School?
St Mary of the Falls School has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary of the Falls School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary of the Falls School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary of the Falls School rank in OH?
St Mary of the Falls School ranks #291 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is St Mary of the Falls School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary of the Falls School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary of the Falls School a private school?
Yes, St Mary of the Falls 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 of the Falls School a religious school?
St Mary of the Falls School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 224
- Gender Split
- 71% M / 29% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Phone
- (440) 235-4580
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