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St. Mary Catholic School

417 Chestnut St
Mount Carmel, IL 62863
St. Mary Catholic School in Mount Carmel, IL, serves 129 co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a town–based setting.
The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 13:1 with 10 teachers on staff.
As a Catholic school affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association,.
Mary offers religious–based education within the local community. udent diversity includes approximately 2.3 percent students of color, reflecting the school's demographic composition.
Nearby private schools within 20 miles include Lancaer Christian School and Bethel Christian School, offering parents additional PK–8 options in the Mount Carmel area.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 129 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
129 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$4,831 for 1st Child (Non-Catholic Families)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 129 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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