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#450 of 713 private schools in OH

St Mary School

Elementary School

700 S 3RD ST, Columbus, OH 43206

Private

Enrollment

406

Student-Teacher

20.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#450 of 713

In Columbus

#32 of 38

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St Mary School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

Stewart Alternative Elementary School

4.7/10

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Columbus Downtown High School

4.4/10

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About St Mary School

St Mary School is a private elementary school in Columbus, OH. St Mary School serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #450 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares0.5 pts below OH schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

St Mary School runs 20.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

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

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How St Mary School compares to 187 public schools serving similar grades in Columbus, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
This School
vs
18.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
406
This School
vs
380
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 60.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 33.3% vs 0%
Black 2.7% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
St Mary School Columbus Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Mary School (this school) 6.2
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village 2.0
Stewart Alternative Elementary School 4.7
Siebert Elementary School 5.3
South High School 4.5
Livingston Elementary School 4.4
Southwood Elementary School 4.0
Sullivant Elementary School 4.9
Ohio Avenue Elementary School 4.0
United Preparatory Academy 2.8
Lincoln Park Elementary School 6.6
Avondale Elementary School 4.2
Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy 6.2
Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls 4.6
A+ Arts Academy 3.6
Special Education Center 5.8
Moler Elementary School 3.3
Champion Middle School 4.7
Central Point Preparatory Academy 6.3
Hubbard Elementary School 5.1
Fairwood Alternative Elementary School 6.2

Showing 20 of 187 schools. View all schools in Columbus

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 OH.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 20.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,277.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 52%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 406
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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)

White 60.3%
Hispanic 33.3%
Black 2.7%
Two or More 2.5%
Asian 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

700 S 3RD ST, Columbus, OH 43206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Park Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Siebert Elementary School (rated 5.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Stewart Alternative Elementary School Columbus 0.4 mi 4.7
Columbus Downtown High School Columbus 0.5 mi 4.4
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village Columbus 0.4 mi 2.0
Siebert Elementary School Columbus 0.5 mi 5.3
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus 0.6 mi 6.1
AKILI CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 0.6 mi 7.2
Early College Academy Columbus 0.8 mi 2.3
CRISTO REY COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 0.9 mi 7.5
Focus Learning Academy of Southwestern Columbus Columbus 1.1 mi 2.7
Southwood Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 4.0
South High School Columbus 1.0 mi 4.5
Livingston Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 4.4
Lincoln Park Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 6.6
United Preparatory Academy Columbus 1.3 mi 2.8
Ohio Avenue Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 4.0
Flex High School Columbus 1.4 mi 3.5
Sullivant Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 4.9
Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS Columbus 1.9 mi 4.1
Fort Hayes Career Center Columbus 1.9 mi 4.3
Central High School Columbus 1.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,421

Median Home Value

$280,400

Median Rent

$1,339/mo

Population

22,026

College Educated

47.7%

Homeownership

47.7%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

34.6

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Euclid Preparatory School Euclid, OH 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Mary School

What grades does St Mary School serve?

St Mary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Mary School?

St Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 20.4:1. 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 #450 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
406
Gender Split
39% M / 61% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Phone
(614) 444-8994

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