St. Mary School provides excellent Catholic education to students in grades Pre-K -8th and welcomes families from all faiths.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,500
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1864
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
Student Body
Total Students
252 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
10 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
We have uniform requirements for grades K-5 and 6-8. Please see our website for more information.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
St. Mary School offers affordable tuition rates and tuition assistance for those who qualify.
Admissions Director
Mrs. Angie Eisenacher
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Battle of the Books
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir and BandSpring Musical
School Notes
- School Motto: Faith. Knowledge. Leadership.
- School Mascot: Eagles
- We are a Catholic school Pre-K to 8th grade welcoming families of all faiths.
Source: Verified school update
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).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Mary Elementary School is Fairfield Christian Academy (2.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Lancaster Montessori School (1.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1111 W Fair Ave
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 687-0592
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 687-0592
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 28 students
Redeemer Lutheran Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1400 Concordia Dr
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 653-9727
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 653-9727
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 162 students
Fairfield Christian Academy ![Fairfield Christian Academy Photo - Elementary Fun]( "Fairfield Christian Academy Photo - Elementary Fun")
(Christian)
1965 North Columbus Street
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 654-2889
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 654-2889
2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 633 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 28 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
William V Fisher Catholic High School
(Catholic)
1803 Granville Pike
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 654-1231
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 654-1231
2.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 150 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
Owls Montessori School
Montessori School (Christian)
1458 Tiki Ln
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 687-1635
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 687-1635
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 28 students Avg. class size: 8 students
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