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St. Mary Elementary School

820 W Madison St Alexandria, IN 46001

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked IN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 106 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • St. Mary School provides an excellent academic education in a Christian environment that is guided by the following principles: providing students with the opportunity to come closer to God in their own unique ways by helping them discover and develop their God given potential; building an enlightened community of faith through active participation by students in the sacramental and liturgical life of the Church, and by integrating Christian values, Church doctrine, and Catholic social teachings throughout the curriculum; and providing students opportunities to enable them to respond to the needs of the Church and the world through service.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked IN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 106 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

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School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1850
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Student Body

Total Students
106 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 26%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Mary Elementary School often compared to?
St. Mary Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Holy Cross School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Mary Elementary School's ranking?
St. Mary Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: 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 Indiana is $9,261 for elementary schools and $11,897 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Indiana is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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