Very Good
#13 of 102 private schools in OK
Top 12% of private schools
St Mary's Catholic School
Elementary School
415 S 7TH ST, Ponca City, OK 74601
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oklahoma private schools
#13 of 102
In Ponca City
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Mary's Catholic School
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About St Mary's Catholic School
St Mary's Catholic School is a private elementary school in Ponca City, OK. St Mary's Catholic School serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 102 private schools in OK.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 87 students, St Mary's Catholic 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 7.2:1 students to teachers, St Mary's Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mary's Catholic 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's Catholic School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Ponca City, OK
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic School (this school) | 7.8 |
| GARFIELD ES | 5.0 |
| PONCA CITY EAST MS | 5.6 |
| ROOSEVELT ES | 6.0 |
| PONCA CITY WEST MS | 5.9 |
| LIBERTY ES | 6.4 |
| LINCOLN ES | 5.0 |
| WASHINGTON PRE KG CENTER | 3.5 |
| WOODLANDS ES | 7.4 |
| UNION ES | 4.5 |
| E. M. TROUT ES | 5.9 |
| MCCORD PUBLIC SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| KILDARE PUBLIC SCHOOL | 8.9 |
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 OK.
Data Unavailable
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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 OK
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
415 S 7TH ST, Ponca City, OK 74601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KILDARE PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 7.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODLANDS ES (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PECKHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Newkirk), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ponca City, see our Ponca City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GARFIELD ES Ponca City | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| PONCA CITY EAST MS Ponca City | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ROOSEVELT ES Ponca City | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| PONCA CITY HS Ponca City | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ponca City | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| LIBERTY ES Ponca City | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| WASHINGTON PRE KG CENTER Ponca City | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| PONCA CITY WEST MS Ponca City | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| LINCOLN ES Ponca City | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| WOODLANDS ES Ponca City | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| UNION ES Ponca City | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| E. M. TROUT ES Ponca City | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| MCCORD PUBLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| KILDARE PUBLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 7.5 mi | 8.9 |
| NEWKIRK HS Newkirk | 12.0 mi | 6.0 |
| NEWKIRK MS Newkirk | 12.1 mi | 7.1 |
| NEWKIRK ES Newkirk | 12.1 mi | 7.1 |
| PECKHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL Newkirk | 14.0 mi | 7.4 |
| BLACKWELL HS Blackwell | 12.9 mi | 8.5 |
| TONKAWA ES Tonkawa | 12.6 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 74601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,810
Median Home Value
$94,700
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
19,011
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
59.2%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DUKE ES Duke, OK | 7.7 |
| STIDHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL Eufaula, OK | 7.7 |
| GLOVER PUBLIC SCHOOL Broken Bow, OK | 7.6 |
| Jones Academy Hartshorne, OK | 7.6 |
| TUSKAHOMA PUBLIC SCHOOL Tuskahoma, OK | 8.0 |
| COWBOY JUNCTION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vinita, OK | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary's Catholic School
What grades does St Mary's Catholic School serve?
St Mary's Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary's Catholic School?
St Mary's Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic School is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary's Catholic School rank in OK?
St Mary's Catholic School ranks #13 of 102 private schools in OK.
What is St Mary's Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary's Catholic 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's Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Mary's Catholic 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's Catholic School a religious school?
St Mary's Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Kay County
- Phone
- (580) 765-4387
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