Very Good
#161 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 18% of private schools
St Mary School
Elementary School
931 N WEAVER ST, Gainesville, TX 76240
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#161 of 883
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About St Mary School
St Mary School is a private elementary school in Gainesville, TX. St Mary School serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #161 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 99 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 8.4:1 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 9 public schools serving similar grades in Gainesville, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 7.4 |
| GAINESVILLE INT | 4.2 |
| GAINESVILLE J H | 5.6 |
| EDISON EL | 4.2 |
| DAEP | — |
| W E CHALMERS EL | 3.4 |
| LONE STAR H S NORTH | 4.4 |
| CALLISBURG EL | 5.0 |
| WALNUT BEND EL | 4.8 |
| SIVELLS BEND EL | 8.6 |
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 TX.
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 TX
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
931 N WEAVER ST, Gainesville, TX 76240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THACKERVILLE ES (rated 7.4/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Thackerville), with a very similar rating. Another option is LINDSAY EL (rated 7.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Lindsay), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CALLISBURG EL (rated 5.0/10, 8.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GAINESVILLE J H Gainesville | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| GAINESVILLE INT Gainesville | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| EDISON EL Gainesville | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| GAINESVILLE H S Gainesville | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| DAEP Gainesville | 2.4 mi | — |
| W E CHALMERS EL Gainesville | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| LONE STAR H S NORTH Gainesville | 3.3 mi | 4.4 |
| LINDSAY EL Lindsay | 4.6 mi | 7.3 |
| LINDSAY H S Lindsay | 4.6 mi | 8.2 |
| CALLISBURG EL Gainesville | 8.2 mi | 5.0 |
| CALLISBURG H S Callisburg | 9.1 mi | 7.6 |
| CALLISBURG MIDDLE Callisburg | 9.1 mi | 6.7 |
| VALLEY VIEW EL Valley View | 10.5 mi | 4.3 |
| VALLEY VIEW H S Valley View | 10.6 mi | 5.2 |
| VALLEY VIEW MIDDLE Valley View | 10.6 mi | 4.1 |
| THACKERVILLE ES Thackerville | 11.2 mi | 7.4 |
| THACKERVILLE HS Thackerville | 11.3 mi | 7.1 |
| THACKERVILLE MS Thackerville | 11.3 mi | 7.8 |
| WALNUT BEND EL Gainesville | 11.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ERA SCHOOL Era | 12.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,056
Median Home Value
$207,600
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
29,271
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
39.2
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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 Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary School?
St Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 8.4:1. 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 TX?
St Mary School ranks #161 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 99
- Gender Split
- 77% M / 23% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Cooke County
- Phone
- (940) 665-5395
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