Very Good
#60 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 32% of private schools
St Marys Academy
Elementary School
1112 CHERRY HEIGHTS RD, The Dalles, OR 97058
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#60 of 186
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St Marys Academy
Elementary School in The Dalles · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Marys Academy
St Marys Academy is a private elementary school in The Dalles, OR. St Marys Academy serves approximately 151 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Marys Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 151 students, St Marys Academy 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.
St Marys Academy 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 Marys Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in The Dalles, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Marys Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Colonel Wright Elementary School | 5.9 |
| The Dalles Middle School | 6.1 |
| Dry Hollow Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Chenowith Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Innovations Academy | 4.6 |
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 OR.
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 OR
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
1112 CHERRY HEIGHTS RD, The Dalles, OR 97058
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Marys Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hulan L Whitson Elem (rated 7.6/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby White Salmon), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dallesport Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Lyle), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dry Hollow Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in The Dalles, see our The Dalles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colonel Wright Elementary School The Dalles | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| The Dalles High School The Dalles | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| The Dalles Middle School The Dalles | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Chenowith Elementary School The Dalles | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Innovations Academy The Dalles | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Dry Hollow Elementary School The Dalles | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Dallesport Elementary Lyle | 7.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Lyle High School Lyle | 7.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Lyle Middle School Lyle | 7.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Dufur School Dufur | 10.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Mosier Community School Mosier | 11.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Klickitat Elem & High Klickitat | 15.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Wishram High And Elementary Schl Wishram | 12.3 mi | 6.8 |
| LITTLE OAK MONTESSORI SCHOOL White Salmon | 16.3 mi | 6.0 |
| WORLD CLASS ACADEMY White Salmon | 16.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Hulan L Whitson Elem White Salmon | 16.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Wayne M Henkle Middle School White Salmon | 17.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School White Salmon | 17.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Columbia High School White Salmon | 17.1 mi | 4.1 |
| White Salmon Academy White Salmon | 17.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,257
Median Home Value
$332,500
Median Rent
$950/mo
Population
20,540
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
15.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| L'ETOILE FRENCH IMMERSION SCHOOL Portland, OR | 7.0 |
| ARBOR SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES Tualatin, OR | 6.9 |
| Amity Creek Elementary School Bend, OR | 7.1 |
| Central Howell Elementary School Silverton, OR | 7.1 |
| Clemens Primary School Philomath, OR | 7.1 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Portland, OR | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Marys Academy
What grades does St Marys Academy serve?
St Marys Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Marys Academy?
St Marys Academy has an enrollment of approximately 151 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Marys Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Marys Academy is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Marys Academy rank in OR?
St Marys Academy ranks #60 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is St Marys Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Marys Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Marys Academy a private school?
Yes, St Marys Academy 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 Marys Academy a religious school?
St Marys Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 151
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Wasco County
- Phone
- (541) 296-6004
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