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#392 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 44% of private schools
St Marys School
Elementary School
507 W SPRUCE, West, TX 76691
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#392 of 883
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St Marys School
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About St Marys School
St Marys School is a private elementary school in West, TX. St Marys School serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Marys School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #392 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 117 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 7.8:1 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 the 3 public schools in West, TX
Student Demographics
All Schools in West
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Marys School (this school) | 6.5 |
| WEST MIDDLE | 8.7 |
| WEST H S | 7.4 |
| WEST EL | 8.5 |
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
507 W SPRUCE, West, TX 76691
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Marys School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILLSBORO EL (rated 9.2/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Hillsboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AXTELL EL (rated 8.2/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Axtell), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West, see our West schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST H S West | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| WEST MIDDLE West | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| WEST EL West | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ABBOTT SCHOOL Abbott | 5.8 mi | 8.6 |
| AQUILLA SCHOOL Aquilla | 8.0 mi | 8.5 |
| CONNALLY J H Elm Mott | 10.0 mi | 3.9 |
| CONNALLY PRI Elm Mott | 10.1 mi | 3.0 |
| CONNALLY EL Waco | 10.9 mi | 3.8 |
| CONNALLY HIGH SCHOOL Waco | 10.9 mi | 4.9 |
| CONNALLY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Waco | 11.0 mi | 6.1 |
| GHOLSON ISD Waco | 9.9 mi | 6.2 |
| PENELOPE SCHOOL Penelope | 10.7 mi | 7.7 |
| HILLSBORO H S Hillsboro | 12.7 mi | 6.5 |
| HILLSBORO EL Hillsboro | 12.7 mi | 9.2 |
| AXTELL H S Axtell | 12.3 mi | 6.6 |
| AXTELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Axtell | 12.3 mi | 6.9 |
| BYNUM SCHOOL Bynum | 12.9 mi | 8.3 |
| AXTELL EL Axtell | 12.6 mi | 8.2 |
| HILLSBORO INT Hillsboro | 13.7 mi | 7.9 |
| LA VEGA H S Waco | 13.8 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76691 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,632
Median Home Value
$229,900
Median Rent
$931/mo
Population
6,288
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
79.2%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
42.9
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| CITY SCHOOL OF TEXAS Austin, TX | 6.5 |
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| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston, TX | 6.5 |
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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 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Marys School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Marys School is 7.8:1. 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 TX?
St Marys School ranks #392 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Marys School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Marys School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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
- 117
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- McLennan County
- Phone
- (254) 829-5991
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