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

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St. Mary School

2845 Erie Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45208

Tel: (513) 321-0703

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St. Mary School Photo #1 - Grades K-8 attend an All School Mass in our beautiful historic St. Mary Church.

Classroom teachers at St. Mary are dedicated to the care and education of the whole child.

The classroom teaching experience of our faculty averages 21 years - more than 44 percent of our teachers hold Master's Degrees or post-graduate credits.

All religion teachers are certified catechists with the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.

Each teacher works closely with the principal and specialists to develop the full potential of each child.

Parents are the primary educators of their children and their involvement in our school is applauded and appreciated.

We encourage parents to work within the classrooms, computer labs, library, cafeteria, and playground; to serve as resources, drive on field trips, attend conferences and give input into the school program.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked OH School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 497 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,950
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Year Founded

1908

School Calendar

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a

Student Body

Total Students

497 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

28 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

1 course

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School uniform shirt, jumper K-5, skirt 6-8, and navy or khaki pants

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,950

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Admissions Director

Beth Mock

Admissions Associate

Lisa Koslovsky

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School Notes

School Motto: 'Love Spoken Here'

Classroom teachers at St. Mary are dedicated to the care and education of the whole child. The classroom teaching experience of our faculty averages 21 years - more than 44 percent of our teachers hold Master's Degrees or post-graduate credits. All religion teachers are certified catechists with the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Each teacher works closely with the principal and specialists to develop the full potential of each child. Parents are the primary educators of their children, and their involvement in our school is applauded and appreciated. We encourage parents to work within the classrooms, computer labs, library, cafeteria, and playground; to serve as resources, drive on field trips, attend conferences and give input into the school program.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary School cost?

St. Mary School's tuition is approximately $7,950 for private students.

What is St. Mary School's ranking?

St. Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary School?

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

In what neighborhood is St. Mary School located?

St. Mary School is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 2 other private schools located in Hyde Park.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked OH School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 497 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,950
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Cincinnati, OH is $8,487 for elementary schools and $17,834 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cincinnati, OH is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).