Very Good
#127 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 22% of private schools
St Mary School
Elementary School
315 W COOK ST, Portage, WI 53901
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#127 of 571
In Portage
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Mary School
Elementary School in Portage · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary School
St Mary School is a private elementary school in Portage, WI. St Mary School serves approximately 154 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #127 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 154 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.
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 6 public schools serving similar grades in Portage, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Portage Partnering Preschool | 3.3 |
| Woodridge Elementary | 5.7 |
| Wayne Bartels Middle | 5.1 |
| Muir Elementary | 6.5 |
| Portage High | 4.5 |
| Lewiston Elementary | 6.0 |
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 WI.
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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 WI
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
315 W COOK ST, Portage, WI 53901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Poynette Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Poynette), which scores notably higher. Another option is Endeavor Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Endeavor), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pardeeville Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Pardeeville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portage, see our Portage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portage | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Portage Partnering Preschool Portage | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Woodridge Elementary Portage | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Portage Academy of Achievement Portage | 1.4 mi | — |
| Wayne Bartels Middle Portage | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Muir Elementary Portage | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Portage High Portage | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Columbia Correctional Institution Portage | 2.3 mi | — |
| Lewiston Elementary Portage | 6.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Poynette Elementary Poynette | 10.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Poynette Middle Poynette | 10.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Poynette High Poynette | 10.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Pardeeville Elementary Pardeeville | 8.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pardeeville | 8.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Endeavor Elementary Endeavor | 11.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Pardeeville High Pardeeville | 8.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Pardeeville Middle Pardeeville | 8.6 mi | 5.2 |
| MEADOW VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Pardeeville | 11.0 mi | 2.2 |
| MEADOW VIEW SCHOOL Pardeeville | 11.0 mi | 2.2 |
| LOG CABIN SCHOOL Pardeeville | 12.0 mi | 2.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,244
Median Home Value
$214,300
Median Rent
$969/mo
Population
14,654
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clayton Elementary Neenah, WI | 7.3 |
| Granton Elementary Granton, WI | 7.3 |
| Hilbert Elementary Hilbert, WI | 7.3 |
| River Valley Early Learning Center Plain, WI | 7.3 |
| ST ANDREW PARISH SCHOOL Delavan, WI | 7.3 |
| ST EUGENE SCHOOL Fox Point, WI | 7.3 |
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 154 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 10.9:1. 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 WI?
St Mary School ranks #127 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 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
- 154
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Columbia County
- Phone
- (608) 742-4998
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