Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Marys School
About the School
- St Mary School is a Strong tradition of quality Catholic education, Meets students' individual educational needs, Dedicated faculty and staff, Enthusiastic parental involvement and support, Warm, close-knit community of learners, High expectations for students' behavior and work habits, In concurrence with Diocesan Child Protection Policy regulations.
- Our philosophy is to provide a Catholic Christ-centered education for the whole child by fostering spiritual, intellectual, emotional and physical growth through the Gospel's message.
- With a keen awareness that both academic and religious instruction needed to be provided for the children in the community, Father J. Kraemer founded St. Mary Help of Christian School in 1863.
- Today the school continues its tradition of offering students a quality academic education based on the foundation of the faith.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. Marys School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
94 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
School Mascot
Hawk
School Notes
- St Mary School is a Strong tradition of quality Catholic education, Meets students' individual educational needs, Dedicated faculty and staff, Enthusiastic parental involvement and support, Warm, close-knit community of learners, High expectations for students' behavior and work habits, In concurrence with Diocesan Child Protection Policy regulations. Our philosophy is to provide a Catholic Christ-centered education for the whole child by fostering spiritual, intellectual, emotional and physical growth through the Gospel's message. With a keen awareness that both academic and religious instruction needed to be provided for the children in the community, Father J. Kraemer founded St. Mary Help of Christian School in 1863. Today the school continues its tradition of offering students a quality academic education based on the foundation of the faith.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Marys School's ranking?
St. Marys School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Marys School?
The application deadline for St. Marys School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to St. Marys School is Valle Catholic Schools (12.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. John Lutheran School (0.3 miles away)
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(618) 826-4345
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(573) 543-2997
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Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670
(573) 883-7496
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225 W South St
Perryville, MO 63775
(573) 547-6161
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(573) 883-7496
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Extracurriculars: 3
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(573) 883-8984
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(573) 547-4300
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(618) 853-7300
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287 Pcr 328
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(573) 824-5472
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Gr: PK-8 | 138 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
302 W Holmes St
Chester, IL 62233
(618) 826-4345
Distance: 11.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 142 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
504 N James St
Steeleville, IL 62288
(618) 965-3838
Distance: 12.0 mi
Gr: K-5 | 18 students
Catholic
17740 State Route N
Saint Mary, MO 63673
(573) 543-2997
Distance: 12.9 mi
Gr: K-12 | 363 students
Catholic
49 Dubourg Place
Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670
(573) 883-7496
Distance: 13.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
225 W South St
Perryville, MO 63775
(573) 547-6161
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 138 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
302 W Holmes St
Chester, IL 62233
(618) 826-4345
Distance: 11.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 142 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
504 N James St
Steeleville, IL 62288
(618) 965-3838
Distance: 13.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
225 W South St
Perryville, MO 63775
(573) 547-6161
Distance: 13.1 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 403 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Catholic
1007 W Saint Joseph St
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(573) 547-6503
Distance: 13.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 433 students
Catholic
210 S Waters St
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(573) 547-4300
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 58% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
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Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670
(573) 883-4500
Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670
(573) 883-4500
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Gr: 6-8 | 412 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
(Math: 65% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
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725 Washington St
Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670
(573) 883-4500
Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670
(573) 883-4500
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Gr: PK-5 | 624 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
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(573) 883-4500
Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670
(573) 883-4500
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(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
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(618) 680-0154
Red Bud, IL 62278
(618) 680-0154
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Gr: 6-12
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
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714 Middle St
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(618) 284-3530
Prairie Du Rocher, IL 62277
(618) 284-3530
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Gr: PK-8 | 114 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
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