About the School
- Founded in 1924, St. Mary's Parish School of Oneonta is guided by Christ's charge to his disciples: 鈥淕o teach鈥.
- We provide a learning environment where students from three counties and seventeen school districts witness, share and grow in the faith community.
- The school is committed to providing excellent academic programs in a Catholic-Christian environment which promotes the spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of each student.
- The school's curriculum is based upon the New York State Standards.
- Our academic program is excellent and has a Christian foundation where religion is taught each day.
- Our students thrive on the individual attention they receive and our parents play a large role in the operation of our school.
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
131 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 39%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is based on a sliding scale regarding household income and number in the household.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Principal Bliss
Admissions Associate
Bobbie Harlem
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary's School?
The acceptance rate of St. Mary's School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary's School?
The application deadline for St. Mary's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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