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

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St. Mary Catholic School

40 Spring Mount Rd
Schwenksville, PA 19473

Tel: (610) 287-7757

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Saint Mary Parish School, in accordance with the directives of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, is committed to nurturing the gospel message of God's love to families in western Montgomery County.

The staff and lay faculty incorporate the Good News in an academic, physical, and social environment where actions and interactions model the kindness, tenderness, and fairness of Jesus Christ.

As He welcomed children, so does Saint Mary School welcome all families who desire a learning atmosphere that fosters love and respect for God and toward each other to become members of our school family.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked PA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 201 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,800
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1961

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

201 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

20 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,800

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School Notes

School Motto: Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow

Saint Mary Parish School, in accordance with the directives of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, is committed to nurturing the gospel message of God's love to families in western Montgomery County. The staff and lay faculty incorporate the Good News in an academic, physical, and social environment where actions and interactions model the kindness, tenderness, and fairness of Jesus Christ. As He welcomed children, so does Saint Mary School welcome all families who desire a learning atmosphere that fosters love and respect for God and toward each other to become members of our school family.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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How much does St. Mary Catholic School cost?

St. Mary Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,800 for private students.

What is St. Mary Catholic School's ranking?

St. Mary Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.

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

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

School Reviews

5 5/17/2016

As someone that has been in the academic field for over twenty years, in various capacities, I am truly astounded by the quality of education that my children receive through St. Mary's. The staff truly care about developing the child as a whole, not just within the academic confines of curriculum. My children continue to grow to their optimum potential, while under the guidance of a nurturing staff and in a caring environment.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked PA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 201 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,800
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Montgomery County, PA is $23,294 for elementary schools and $30,948 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Montgomery County, PA is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).