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#678 of 883 private schools in TX
St Mary's Elementary School
Elementary School
202 S ORANGE ST, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#678 of 883
In Fredericksburg
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Mary's Elementary School
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About St Mary's Elementary School
St Mary's Elementary School is a private elementary school in Fredericksburg, TX. St Mary's Elementary School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #678 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Mary's Elementary 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 Elementary School compares to the 5 public schools in Fredericksburg, TX
Student Demographics
All Schools in Fredericksburg
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's Elementary School (this school) | 5.3 |
| FREDERICKSBURG MIDDLE | 7.2 |
| FREDERICKSBURG PRI | 7.1 |
| GILLESPIE COUNTY H S | — |
| FREDERICKSBURG H S | 7.4 |
| FREDERICKSBURG EL | 6.6 |
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
202 S ORANGE ST, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STONEWALL EL (rated 8.5/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Stonewall), which scores notably higher. Another option is NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 22.3 miles away, in nearby Kerrville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FREDERICKSBURG PRI (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fredericksburg, see our Fredericksburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FREDERICKSBURG MIDDLE Fredericksburg | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| FREDERICKSBURG PRI Fredericksburg | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| GILLESPIE COUNTY H S Fredericksburg | 1.1 mi | — |
| FREDERICKSBURG H S Fredericksburg | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| FREDERICKSBURG EL Fredericksburg | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| HERITAGE SCHOOL Fredericksburg | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| STONEWALL EL Stonewall | 13.1 mi | 8.5 |
| COMFORT H S Comfort | 19.6 mi | 7.3 |
| DOSS EL Doss | 19.0 mi | — |
| COMFORT EL Comfort | 21.1 mi | 4.2 |
| COMFORT MIDDLE Comfort | 21.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PETERSON MIDDLE Kerrville | 21.5 mi | 5.8 |
| TIVY H S Kerrville | 21.6 mi | 6.4 |
| HILL COUNTRY H S Kerrville | 21.6 mi | 4.5 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Kerrville | 21.9 mi | 3.6 |
| DANIELS EL Kerrville | 22.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ST PETER'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Kerrville | 22.3 mi | — |
| NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kerrville | 22.3 mi | 8.0 |
| STARKEY EL Kerrville | 22.4 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE HILLS REG CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kerrville | 23.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,987
Median Home Value
$439,600
Median Rent
$1,347/mo
Population
23,610
College Educated
36.8%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
51.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary's Elementary School
What grades does St Mary's Elementary School serve?
St Mary's Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary's Elementary School?
St Mary's Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary's Elementary School rank in TX?
St Mary's Elementary School ranks #678 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Mary's Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary's Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Mary's Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?
St Mary's Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Gillespie County
- Phone
- (830) 997-3914
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