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#188 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 49% of private schools
St Mary's Academy
School
757 138TH ST S, Tacoma, WA 98444
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#188 of 381
In Tacoma
#11 of 18
public schools
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St Mary's Academy
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About St Mary's Academy
St Mary's Academy is a private school in Tacoma, WA. St Mary's Academy serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #188 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, St Mary's 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, St Mary's Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mary's 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 Mary's Academy compares to 87 public schools serving similar grades in Tacoma, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| Gates Secondary School | 8.6 |
| Brookdale Elementary | 6.4 |
| Elmhurst Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Perry G Keithley Middle School | 4.0 |
| Washington High School | 4.2 |
| Spanaway Middle School | 6.7 |
| Chester H Thompson Elementary | 8.2 |
| James Sales Elementary | 8.6 |
| Collins Elementary | 6.3 |
| Christensen Elementary | 4.4 |
| Franklin Pierce High School | 4.6 |
| Morris Ford Middle School | 3.8 |
| Naches Trail Elementary | 7.3 |
| Midland Elementary | 5.2 |
| Helen Stafford Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Larchmont Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Fern Hill Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Clover Creek Elementary | 8.1 |
| Baker Middle School | 6.5 |
Showing 20 of 87 schools. View all schools in Tacoma
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 WA.
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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 WA
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
757 138TH ST S, Tacoma, WA 98444
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Camas Prairie Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Spanaway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gates Secondary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, James Sales Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gates Secondary School Tacoma | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Brookdale Elementary Tacoma | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| IMAGINATION SCHOOL Tacoma | 0.6 mi | — |
| Perry G Keithley Middle School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| PARKLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Washington High School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Early Learning Center Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Elmhurst Elementary School Tacoma | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Spanaway Middle School Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Thompson Preschool Tacoma | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Acceleration Academy Spanaway | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| James Sales Elementary Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Spanaway Elementary Spanaway | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Chester H Thompson Elementary Tacoma | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| BETHEL HOPE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Spanaway | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Christensen Elementary Tacoma | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Camas Prairie Elementary Spanaway | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Collins Elementary Tacoma | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tacoma | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Spanaway Lake High School Spanaway | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98444 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,464
Median Home Value
$369,500
Median Rent
$1,581/mo
Population
35,660
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| K-SCHOOL Des Moines, WA | 6.4 |
| SALISH SCHOOL OF SPOKANE Spokane, WA | 6.3 |
| EXCELSIOR YOUTH CENTER Spokane, WA | 6.6 |
| Northshore Special Services Bothell, WA | 6.6 |
| Special Services Clarkston, WA | 6.1 |
| ACADEMY SCHOOLS Tukwila, WA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary's Academy
What grades does St Mary's Academy serve?
St Mary's Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.
How many students attend St Mary's Academy?
St Mary's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Academy is 9.5:1. 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 Academy rank in WA?
St Mary's Academy ranks #188 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is St Mary's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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's Academy a private school?
Yes, St Mary's 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 Mary's Academy a religious school?
St Mary's Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (509) 496-1143
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