St. Mary's Central Grade School vs. Heritage Christian School
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School Overview
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Student Body
Overview
The Harrison County Catholic School System (St.聽Mary's) is based on the educational philosophy in which faith, culture, and life are brought into harmony.
In conjunction with the parents and the community, we educate, spread God's Word, and contribute to the formation of a morally sound and healthy lifestyle among our students.
West Virginia State Curriculum is taught along with the curriculum objectives of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston.
Students participate in the Stanford 9 Achievement Test.聽St.聽Mary's School welcomes families who accept the values promoted by Jesus Christ--faith, hope, love, peace, and justice.
The faculty strives to nurture students in reaching their full potential.
We serve more than 40 churches in a nurturing, family-friendly environment.
We provide a God-permeated, Christ-centered, high quality education, preparing students spiritually, scholastically and relationally for a life of Biblical moral standards, responsible leadership and service to others.
Grades Offered
PK-6
NS-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Year Founded
1914
1996
Students Body
Total Students
116 students
261 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
1%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
-
8
Pre-K Students
24
16
Kindergarten Students
10
14
Grade 1 Students
14
30
Grade 2 Students
13
25
Grade 3 Students
11
26
Grade 4 Students
11
18
Grade 5 Students
19
23
Grade 6 Students
14
18
Grade 7 Students
-
18
Grade 8 Students
-
17
Grade 9 Students
-
11
Grade 10 Students
-
20
Grade 11 Students
-
12
Grade 12 Students
-
5
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
28 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
27%
Average Class Size
n/a
15
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
9:1
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Formal
(School uniforms)
(School uniforms)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$5,000
$7,075
Tuition Notes
n/a
Contact for grade specific information.
% on Financial Aid
n/a
10%
Acceptance Rate
n/a
98%
Admissions Director
n/a
Stephanie Brooks
Admissions Associate
n/a
Emily Crawford
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
7
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
3
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Ministry ActivitiesNational Honor Society Chapter
Student Council