Saint Mary School provide a nurturing and challenging environment which encourages and allows children from preschool through grade eight to grow in faith and knowledge.
Saint Mary School integrates faith and Catholic teaching within a strong academic curriculum founded on solid educational principles.
The goal of the school is to prepare its students to become Christian adults who live the message of Jesus by caring for and serving others.
The School Board has three primary objectives to provide advice and support in ensuring the financial well-being of the school to contribute to a long-term strategic plan that outlines opportunities for enhancements to the school for the future St Mary school to work with the school administration and Pastor to ensure the activities are consistent with the Mission of Saint Mary School.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CT School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,200
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
360 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
17 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Live the Message of Jesus
- Saint Mary School provide a nurturing and challenging environment which encourages and allows children from preschool through grade eight to grow in faith and knowledge. Saint Mary School integrates faith and Catholic teaching within a strong academic curriculum founded on solid educational principles. The goal of the school is to prepare its students to become Christian adults who live the message of Jesus by caring for and serving others. The School Board has three primary objectives to provide advice and support in ensuring the financial well-being of the school to contribute to a long-term strategic plan that outlines opportunities for enhancements to the school for the future St Mary school to work with the school administration and Pastor to ensure the activities are consistent with the Mission of Saint Mary School.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mary School cost?
St. Mary School's tuition is approximately $7,200 for private students.
What is St. Mary School's ranking?
St. Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Largest student body.
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).
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School Reviews
5 9/8/2021
St Mary`s is a wonderful school, this is our 4th year at the school and we love being part of the SMS community. I highly recommend it.
5 10/29/2020
We absolutely love St Mary school and would highly recommend it to anyone interested in going the Catholic school route. My daughter just started her second year here and we are so pleased!
5 10/17/2020
This is only my child's second year at St Mary School, but we love everything about it. All the teachers and staff are very caring and always there for the kids.
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