Very Good
#36 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 12% of private schools
St Marys School
Elementary School
323 VERMONT AVE, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#36 of 284
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St Marys School
Elementary School in Oak Ridge · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Marys School
St Marys School is a private elementary school in Oak Ridge, TN. St Marys School serves approximately 167 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Marys School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 167 students, St Marys 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, St Marys School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Marys 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 Marys School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Oak Ridge, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Marys School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Woodland Elementary | 7.8 |
| Robertsville Middle School | 5.9 |
| Preschool | 4.0 |
| Jefferson Middle School | 7.3 |
| Willow Brook Elementary | 7.5 |
| Glenwood Elementary | 8.4 |
| Linden Elementary | 9.3 |
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 TN.
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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 TN
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
323 VERMONT AVE, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Marys School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Linden Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dyllis Springs Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Oliver Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenwood Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oak Ridge, see our Oak Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland Elementary Oak Ridge | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Oak Ridge High School Oak Ridge | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Preschool Oak Ridge | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Robertsville Middle School Oak Ridge | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Jefferson Middle School Oak Ridge | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Willow Brook Elementary Oak Ridge | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF OAK RIDGE Oak Ridge | 1.9 mi | — |
| Grand Oaks Elementary Clinton | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Glenwood Elementary Oak Ridge | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Linden Elementary Oak Ridge | 3.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Norwood Elementary Oliver Springs | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Norwood Middle School Oliver Springs | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Dyllis Springs Elementary Oliver Springs | 5.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Oliver Springs Middle Oliver Springs | 5.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Oliver Springs High School Oliver Springs | 5.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Hardin Valley Middle School Knoxville | 6.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Hardin Valley Elementary Knoxville | 6.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Hardin Valley Academy Knoxville | 6.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Dutch Valley Elementary Clinton | 7.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Karns High School Knoxville | 7.5 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,795
Median Home Value
$234,500
Median Rent
$1,076/mo
Population
32,519
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
39.6
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| Grassy Fork Elementary Hartford, TN | 7.5 |
| Wilson Elementary Crawford, TN | 7.5 |
| Dickson Elementary Dickson, TN | 7.4 |
| MADISON CAMPUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madison, TN | 7.4 |
| Mooresburg Elementary Mooresburg, TN | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Marys School
What grades does St Marys School serve?
St Marys School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Marys School?
St Marys School has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Marys School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Marys School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Marys School rank in TN?
St Marys School ranks #36 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is St Marys School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Marys School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Marys School a private school?
Yes, St Marys 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 Marys School a religious school?
St Marys School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 167
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anderson County
- Phone
- (865) 483-9700
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