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#389 of 713 private schools in OH

St Mary School

Elementary School

66 E WILLIAM ST, Delaware, OH 43015

Private

Enrollment

314

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#389 of 713

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St Mary School

6.5/10

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

Laura Woodward Elementary School

5.9/10

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6.2/10

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About St Mary School

St Mary School is a private elementary school in Delaware, OH. St Mary School serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #389 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 6.5 · 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

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How St Mary School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Delaware, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
This School
vs
17.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
314
This School
vs
574
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
6.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.8% vs 0%
Asian 1.9% vs 0%
Black 1.3% vs 0%
St Mary School Delaware Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Mary School (this school) 6.5
Laura Woodward Elementary School 5.9
James Conger Elementary School 6.2
David Smith Elementary School 6.9
John C Dempsey Middle School 7.1
Robert F Schultz Elementary School 6.4
Ervin Carlisle Elementary School 6.9
Buckeye Valley Local Middle School 7.4
Cheshire Elementary 8.8
Delaware Area Career Center South Campus 6.3
Olentangy Preschool at DACC

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)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,102.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 16%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 314
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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 91.4%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 1.9%
Two or More 1.6%
Black 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

66 E WILLIAM ST, Delaware, OH 43015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Buckeye Valley West Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Ostrander), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cheshire Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty Tree Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Powell), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Delaware, see our Delaware schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Laura Woodward Elementary School Delaware 0.5 mi 5.9
James Conger Elementary School Delaware 0.6 mi 6.2
David Smith Elementary School Delaware 0.9 mi 6.9
Rutherford B Hayes High School Delaware 1.2 mi 5.6
John C Dempsey Middle School Delaware 1.6 mi 7.1
Ervin Carlisle Elementary School Delaware 1.6 mi 6.9
Robert F Schultz Elementary School Delaware 1.6 mi 6.4
Buckeye Valley Local Middle School Delaware 3.6 mi 7.4
Buckeye Valley Local High School Delaware 3.8 mi 7.0
Olentangy Preschool at DACC Delaware 4.8 mi
Delaware Area Career Center South Campus Delaware 4.8 mi 6.3
Olentangy Berlin High School Delaware 4.4 mi 6.7
Cheshire Elementary Delaware 4.6 mi 8.8
Shale Meadows Elementary School Lewis Center 5.7 mi 7.4
Olentangy Shanahan Preschool Lewis Center 6.3 mi 4.8
Olentangy Shanahan Middle School Lewis Center 6.4 mi 8.5
Liberty Tree Elementary School Powell 6.6 mi 8.6
Hyatts Middle School Powell 6.7 mi 9.2
Heritage Elementary School Lewis Center 6.6 mi 8.4
Buckeye Valley West Elementary School Ostrander 5.7 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,622

Median Home Value

$311,900

Median Rent

$1,207/mo

Population

59,027

College Educated

46.7%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

38.6

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East Elementary School Dover, OH 6.5
Garfield Elementary School Lorain, OH 6.5

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 314 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Mary School rank in OH?

St Mary School ranks #389 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 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
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
314
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.3 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Delaware County

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