St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School (2025 Profile)

St. Mary's Elementary School works in partnership with families, the community, and the Church to provide a nurturing environment for students in kindergarten through grade three.

The school is a center where teachers and staff, in cooperation with families, guide the child's early development in faith, academics and self-esteem.

St. Mary's School accomplishes this by instructing the children in Catholic doctrine, preparing them for liturgies and the reception of the sacraments, and providing opportunities to live their faith; developing the child's potential by offering an academic curriculum strong in the the fundamental skills with attention given to individual needs; and assisting children to grow in self-esteem and self-discipline within an environment based on mutual love, respect, and parental support.

Quick Stats (2025)

Grades: Kindergarten-3
Enrollment: 141 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-3

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

141 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

31%

State avg.: 26%

Students by Grade

St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

St. Mary's Elementary School works in partnership with families, the community, and the Church to provide a nurturing environment for students in kindergarten through grade three. The school is a center where teachers and staff, in cooperation with families, guide the child's early development in faith, academics and self-esteem. St. Mary's School accomplishes this by instructing the children in Catholic doctrine, preparing them for liturgies and the reception of the sacraments, and providing opportunities to live their faith; developing the child's potential by offering an academic curriculum strong in the the fundamental skills with attention given to individual needs; and assisting children to grow in self-esteem and self-discipline within an environment based on mutual love, respect, and parental support.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School?

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

In what neighborhood is St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School located?

St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School is located in the St Marys neighborhood of Lafayette, IN.

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