For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,295 students in Saint Marys, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Saint Marys, OH are St. Marys West Intermediate School and St. Marys Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint Marys, OH public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in Saint Marys have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Saint Marys, OH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
St. Marys West Intermediate School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1301 W High St
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2016
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2016
Grades: 3-5
| 417 students
Rank: #22.
St. Marys Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2250 St Rt 66 N
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2112
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2112
Grades: 6-8
| 433 students
Rank: n/an/a
650 Armstrong St
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2616
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2616
Grades: K-2
| 445 students
Saint Marys, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
16493 Saint Marys River Rd
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2111
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2111
Grades: 1-6
| 113 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Saint Marys, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Saint Marys, OH include St. Marys West Intermediate School and St. Marys Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Saint Marys?
3 public elementary schools are located in Saint Marys.
What is the racial composition of students in Saint Marys?
Saint Marys public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Saint Marys are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Saint Marys include: St. Marys West Intermediate School vs. St. Marys East Primary School, St. Marys East Primary School vs. St. Marys West Intermediate School
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