St. Bernard-St. Mary Elementary School

St. Bernard-St. Mary Elementary School

Private Elementary, Middle School | Grade K-8
750 S Main St,  Akron, OH
3.4
Since 1887, St. Mary School in Downtown Akron has provided students with an excellent, faith-based private school option that focuses on academics and their values. Serving students in grades kindergarten through eighth, St. Mary School maintains small class sizes, employs high-quality teaching staff and offers students dozens of programs and extracurriculars. Despite being a private school, St. Mary accepts all students regardless of financial status. The school is proud to offer access to the Ohio Educational Choice Scholarship Program as well as tuition assistance from the Cleveland Catholic Diocese. Free transportation and complimentary breakfast and lunch are available at St. Mary. Students at St. Mary come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and the school aims to foster mutual respect and understanding through this. Learners participate in a variety of activities, including service projects, art classes, CYO basketball program, Washington D.C. field trip, and extended day tutoring. With a focus on self-discipline and religious education, St. Mary School is a fantastic option for those seeking an educational experience centered on Catholic principles.

School Details

Students
225
Head of School
Mr. Terrence V. Kowalski
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade Details

Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
14
Full Time Teachers
12
Part Time Teachers
2

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female
57.9%
Male
42.1%
Black
83.2%
Hispanic
11.6%
Two or more races
3.2%
White
1.9%

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 5 Reviews
1.0 parent
10/2/2025
Our family’s experience at St. Mary’s, particularly in the 4th grade, has been incredibly negative. The classroom environment was toxic and unwelcoming, and my child’s academic and emotional well-being suffered as a result. The person leading the class relied far too heavily on intimidation and nega...
1.0 other
10/15/2022
I mean it's good and great learning but some of the students would/may be a bit rude/mean.
5.0 parent
3/7/2019
I can’t find enough words to describe how blessed we are to have our children at St. Mary School. Excellent principal and teachers. My kids are motivated every morning to go to school. They say it feels like their second home!!
5.0 parent
8/12/2013
St. Mary's is one of the best school's ever! The curriculum is EXCELLENT & so are the teachers! My son attended St.Mary's 1st-8th grade. Now my daughter attend's & the teachers & curriculum are still EXCELLENT! Keep up the good work.. TEAM ST.MARY'S

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St. Bernard-St. Mary Elementary School is a private Catholic school for students in grades K-8 located at 750 S Main St in Akron, OH. The school has a total enrollment of 225 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. The average home value in this area is $111,265. Discover additional schools in the area, like St Vincent-St Mary High School, Archbishop Hoban High School, Akron Alternative Academy, and more. Learn more about what Akron has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near St. Bernard-St. Mary Elementary School.

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