Excellent
#89 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 12% of private schools
St Mary School
Elementary School
274 N PROSPECT ST, Marion, OH 43302
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#89 of 713
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St Mary School
Elementary School in Marion · 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 Marion, OH. St Mary School serves approximately 110 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 713 private schools in OH.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 110 students, St Mary 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.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, St Mary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 14 public schools serving similar grades in Marion, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 8.0 |
| TRECA Digital Academy | 3.5 |
| Ulysses S. Grant Middle School | 4.2 |
| Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Benjamin Harrison Elementary School | 6.6 |
| William H. Taft Elementary School | 4.1 |
| George Washington Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Marion Preparatory Academy | 5.3 |
| James A. Garfield Elementary School | 4.7 |
| William McKinley Elementary School | 4.4 |
| Heritage Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Pleasant Middle School | 5.1 |
| Pleasant Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Elgin Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Elgin Middle School | 5.8 |
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
274 N PROSPECT ST, Marion, OH 43302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heritage Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Ridgedale Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Morral), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pleasant Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 5.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Marion, see our Marion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRECA Digital Academy Marion | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Buckeye Community School - Marion Marion | 0.4 mi | — |
| Ulysses S. Grant Middle School Marion | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Rutherford B. Hayes Elementary School Marion | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Benjamin Harrison Elementary School Marion | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| William H. Taft Elementary School Marion | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| George Washington Elementary School Marion | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Marion Preparatory Academy Marion | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| James A. Garfield Elementary School Marion | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| William McKinley Elementary School Marion | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Harding High School Marion | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Tri-Rivers Career Center Marion | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Ridgedale Elementary School Morral | 4.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Ridgedale Jr/Sr High School Morral | 4.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Pleasant High School Marion | 5.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Pleasant Middle School Marion | 5.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Pleasant Elementary School Marion | 5.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Heritage Elementary School Marion | 4.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Elgin High School Marion | 6.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Elgin Middle School Marion | 6.2 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,833
Median Home Value
$139,700
Median Rent
$853/mo
Population
54,581
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
64.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
39.7
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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 110 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 9.6:1. 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 #89 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 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
- 110
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (740) 382-1607
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