Average
#545 of 713 private schools in OH
St Mary School
Elementary School
2845 ERIE AVE, Cincinnati, OH 45208
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#545 of 713
In Cincinnati
#75 of 77
public schools
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St Mary School
Elementary School in Cincinnati · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary School
St Mary School is a private elementary school in Cincinnati, OH. St Mary School serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #545 of 713 private schools in OH.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
St Mary 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 School compares to 146 public schools serving similar grades in Cincinnati, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Hyde Park School | 8.1 |
| Clark Montessori High School | 5.0 |
| Withrow University High School | 2.8 |
| Kilgour School | 9.5 |
| Academy Of World Languages School | 4.8 |
| Riverview East Academy | 4.0 |
| Alliance Academy of Cincinnati | 5.5 |
| Evanston Academy | 7.0 |
| Walnut Hills High School | 8.7 |
| Mariemont Junior High School | 9.8 |
| Shroder High School | 4.2 |
| Frederick Douglass School | 4.2 |
| Spencer Center for Gifted and Exceptional Students | 7.2 |
| John P. Parker School | 6.8 |
| Dampe Community School | 2.1 |
| Priority High School | 3.5 |
| Pleasant Ridge Montessori School | 7.3 |
| T.C.P. World Academy | 5.1 |
| Lighthouse School | 5.5 |
| North Avondale Montessori School | 4.6 |
Showing 20 of 146 schools. View all schools in Cincinnati
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
2845 ERIE AVE, Cincinnati, OH 45208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kilgour School (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sharpsburg Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Norwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hyde Park School Cincinnati | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Clark Montessori High School Cincinnati | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| CARDINAL PACELLI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Withrow University High School Cincinnati | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Kilgour School Cincinnati | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Sharpsburg Elementary Norwood | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ACADEMY Cincinnati | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| THE SUMMIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| ST URSULA VILLA SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Riverview East Academy Cincinnati | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Academy Of World Languages School Cincinnati | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Williams Avenue Elementary School Norwood | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| MONTESSORI CENTER ROOM Cincinnati | 1.6 mi | — |
| The Norwood Montessori School Norwood | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Norwood Middle School Norwood | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Norwood High School Norwood | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Alliance Academy of Cincinnati Cincinnati | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Evanston Academy Cincinnati | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| THE SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL -DOHERTY CAMPUS Cincinnati | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,213
Median Home Value
$491,400
Median Rent
$1,315/mo
Population
17,858
College Educated
83%
Homeownership
63.6%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Asbury Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.3 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Toledo, OH | 5.3 |
| Cardington-Lincoln Elementary School Cardington, OH | 5.3 |
| Columbus Africentric Early College ES Columbus, OH | 5.3 |
| Delshire Elementary School Cincinnati, OH | 5.3 |
| Emerson Primary School Sidney, OH | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary School
What grades does St Mary School serve?
St Mary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary School?
St Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary School rank in OH?
St Mary School ranks #545 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Mary 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 School a religious school?
St Mary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 464
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hamilton County
- Phone
- (513) 321-0703
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