St. Mary's Catholic School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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About the School

St. Mary's Catholic School is a PK312th grade Catholic classical school in Longview, Texas, dedicated to forming students through faith, scholarship, leadership, and service.
Rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church, St. Mary's partners with families to educate the whole child-spiritually, intellectually, socially, and physically.
Students experience a rigorous academic program enriched by Catholic faith formation, classical education, athletics, fine arts, academic competition, leadership, and service opportunities.
Through strong academics and intentional character formation, students are encouraged to seek truth, grow in virtue, think critically, communicate effectively, and use their God-given gifts in service to others.
From our youngest learners through high school graduation, St. Mary's strives to prepare students not only for future academic and professional success, but also for lives of faithful discipleship, responsible leadership, and service to God and their community.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked TX School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 145 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,000
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Mary's Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Mary's Catholic School
Nursery	10
Pre-K	30
Kind	18
1	12
2	10
3	7
4	6
5	10
6	6
7	1
8	8
9	10
10	5
11	7
12	5

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia; Reading, Language, Math; processing-based; Mild to Moderate Differences

Year Founded

1948

School Calendar

Last Day of School

Wed. May 26, 2027

Campus Size

47 acres

School Motto

Do all things for the Glory of God.

Student Body

Total Students

145 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

76%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

30 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

15 students

Average SAT score

1052

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Average Percentile SSAT

80%

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Dress uniform required for Mass days and formal field trips, other days casual uniform is acceptable (see website for details)

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

Honors Courses and Dual Credit

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Texas Catholic Conference Education Department (TCCED)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by grade level. The average tuition between our Early Childhood and our High School would be from $6K to $9.5K per year. The fee schedule, dress code, school calendar, cafeteria menu, and other pertinent information are available on the school website at www.stmaryslgv.org

% on Financial Aid

50%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,500

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Darbie Dallman Safford

Admissions Associate

Cara Skinner Jones

Application URL

Endowment Size

$1 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

ArcheryBasketball

CheeringCross Country

DanceGolf

SoccerTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

White, Blue, Silver

School Mascot

Knights

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

4H ClubNational Honor Society

National Junior Honor SocietyStudent Council

TAME EngineeringYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirPhotography

Visual Arts

School Notes

Faith based education
Scholarship
Leadership
Service
Providing quality education in a Christian setting since 1948.
Accredited by TCCED and recognized by TEA
Offering Dual Credit and Honors Classes
Competitive Athletics
Christian Schools Athletic Conference member
Texas Association of 草榴社区 and Parochial Schools

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary's Catholic School cost?

St. Mary's Catholic School's tuition is approximately $8,000 for private students.

What schools are St. Mary's Catholic School often compared to?

St. Mary's Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Trinity School Of Texas by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary's Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of St. Mary's Catholic School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 83%.

What sports does St. Mary's Catholic School offer?

St. Mary's Catholic School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Mary's Catholic School's ranking?

St. Mary's Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary's Catholic School?

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

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The average private school tuition in Texas is $13,270 for elementary schools and $14,737 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Texas is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).