Very Good
#129 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 18% of private schools
St Mary School
Elementary School
26 W ST, Shelby, OH 44875
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#129 of 713
In Shelby
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Mary School
Elementary School in Shelby · grades Pre-K – 6th. 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 Shelby, OH. St Mary School serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #129 of 713 private schools in OH.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 53 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 6.5:1 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 the 4 public schools in Shelby, OH
Student Demographics
All Schools in Shelby
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Shelby Middle School | 7.3 |
| Shelby Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Shelby High School | 5.5 |
| Pioneer Career & Technology | 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
26 W ST, Shelby, OH 44875
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Springmill STEM Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Mansfield), with a very similar rating. Another option is The Richland School of Academic Arts (rated 8.0/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Mansfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Stingel Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Ontario), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Shelby, see our Shelby schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shelby Elementary School Shelby | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Shelby Middle School Shelby | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Shelby High School Shelby | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Pioneer Career & Technology Shelby | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Shelby | 4.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Plymouth High School Plymouth | 7.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Shiloh Middle School Plymouth | 7.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Shiloh Elementary School Plymouth | 7.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Crestline High School Crestline | 7.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Crestline Elementary School Crestline | 7.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Crestline Preschool Crestline | 7.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Crestline | 7.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Ontario High School Mansfield | 8.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Ontario Middle School Mansfield | 8.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Stingel Elementary School Ontario | 8.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Sherman Elementary School Mansfield | 8.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Springmill STEM Elementary Mansfield | 8.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Foundation Academy Mansfield | 9.3 mi | 4.8 |
| The Richland School of Academic Arts Mansfield | 9.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CELERYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willard | 10.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44875 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,669
Median Home Value
$146,500
Median Rent
$727/mo
Population
14,026
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NICHOLAS SCHOOL Piqua, OH | 7.8 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Defiance, OH | 7.7 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL LOCATED IN South Lebanon, OH | 7.9 |
| Westlake Academy Westlake, OH | 7.9 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Napoleon, OH | 7.6 |
| HILLEL ACADEMY OF GREATER DAYTON Dayton, OH | 8.1 |
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 6th.
How many students attend St Mary School?
St Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 6.5:1. 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 #129 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Richland County
- Phone
- (419) 342-2626
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