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St. Mary Elementary School

1416 Main St
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
St. Mary School, Grades K-8 strives to develop a deep sense of faith, love and service as the basis for a quality education.
We are committed to the moral, educational and social development of the child and to the creation of a desire for life-long learning.
As a ministry of St. Mary Parish, we are dedicated to developing Christian values reflecting the Catholic faith.
The faculty, staff and parents work together to create a loving, nurturing Catholic family atmosphere.
Within this environment, we serve the community of God through the children entrusted to St.
Mary School. We lovingly welcome children from Saint Mary Parish, other Catholic parishes and families of all faiths who desire such an education for their children.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 93 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

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

Student Body

Total Students
93 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Mary Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Mary Elementary School often compared to?
St. Mary Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Vernon Christian School, Victory Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 93 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Illinois is $9,012 for elementary schools and $14,162 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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