St. Mary Elementary School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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St. Mary Elementary School

309 E Chestnut St Lancaster, OH 43130

Tel: (740) 654-1632

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked OH School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 252 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,500
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked OH School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 252 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,500
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Mary Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Mary Elementary School
Pre-K	54
Kind	15
1	25
2	15
3	13
4	14
5	20
6	19
7	38
8	39

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Year Founded

1864

School Calendar

Campus Size

20 acres

School Motto

Faith. Knowledge. Leadership.

Student Body

Total Students

252 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

21:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

99%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

We have uniform requirements for grades K-5 and 6-8. Please see our website for more information.

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,500

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Tuition Notes

St. Mary School offers affordable tuition rates and tuition assistance for those who qualify.

Admissions Director

Mrs. Angie Eisenacher

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

GolfTrack and Field

Volleyball

School Mascot

Eagles

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Battle of the Books

Arts and Music Programs:

Choir and BandSpring Musical

School Notes

St. Mary School provides excellent Catholic education to students in grades Pre-K -8th and welcomes families from all faiths.

We are a Catholic school Pre-K to 8th grade welcoming families of all faiths.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary Elementary School cost?

St. Mary Elementary School's tuition is approximately $5,500 for private students.

What schools are St. Mary Elementary School often compared to?

St. Mary Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield Christian Academy, St. Bernadette School by visitors of our site.

What sports does St. Mary Elementary School offer?

St. Mary Elementary School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Mary Elementary School's ranking?

St. Mary Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary Elementary School?

The application deadline for St. Mary Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Ohio is $9,094 for elementary schools and $13,194 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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