St Mary Elementary School provides an atmosphere that teaches Catholic values and morals, academic excellence, and multicultural awareness.
We believe that instilling self discipline and promoting high expectations will develop life long Catholic leaders.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: May. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1942
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
113 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
74%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Navy blue dress pants, red cardigan sweater, jumpers/skirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
May. 15
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates according to the number of children in the family. Please call for tuition amounts.
% on Financial Aid
5%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$200
Admissions Director
Michelle Mead
Admissions Associate
Lori Nieman
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Track 4-6th grade
School Notes
- St. Mary Catholic School welcomes all denominations.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Mary Catholic School often compared to?
St. Mary Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Dominic Elementary School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Catholic School is May. 15.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Mary Catholic School vs. St. Dominic Elementary School
The nearest high school to St. Mary Catholic School is Syracuse Christian Academy (47.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Dominic Elementary School (1.5 miles away)
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Quick Facts
St. Dominic Elementary School![St. Dominic Elementary School Photo]( "St. Dominic Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
617 J C St
Garden City, KS 67846
(620) 521-6232
Garden City, KS 67846
(620) 521-6232
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 138 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bible Christian Academy
(Christian)
1404 E. Mary
Garden City, KS 67846
(620) 275-2816
Garden City, KS 67846
(620) 275-2816
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 73 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
High Plains Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
2710 N Fleming St
Garden City, KS 67846
(620) 275-9356
Garden City, KS 67846
(620) 275-9356
2.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 21 students Tuition listed
Syracuse Christian Academy
(Christian)
1010 US-50 Scenic
Syracuse, KS 67878
(620) 384-5383
Syracuse, KS 67878
(620) 384-5383
47.6 miles
Gr: 2-10 | 10 students
Sacred Heart Cathedral School
(Catholic)
905 Central Avenue
Dodge City, KS 67801
(620) 227-6532
Dodge City, KS 67801
(620) 227-6532
49.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 207 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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