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.
St. Bernard-St. Mary Elementary School
Private Elementary, Middle School
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Grade K-8
750 S Main St,
Akron, OH
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
Male
51.6%
Female
48.4%
Black
80.4%
Hispanic
9.8%
White
4.9%
Two or more races
4.9%
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
10/24/2025
The fourth grade teacher has been a complete nightmare for our family. I honestly cannot believe she is still allowed to teach. She talks down to students, makes them feel small, and seems to enjoy having control over them. My child used to love school but now comes home anxious and discouraged almo...
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...
10/15/2022
I mean it's good and great learning but some of the students would/may be a bit rude/mean.
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!!
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Map
List Price Range
$52K - $222K
Homes For Sale
14
Average Home Value
$112,746
Median Lot Size
4,791 Sq Ft
% Renters
90%
Average Household Income
$30,689
% of College Grads
29.9%
Median Age
28
Average House Size
1,309 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
92.5%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
$750 - $1,850 per month
- The Towers/Fir Hill
- Studio - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 640+ Sq Ft
- 55 Fir Hill Dr
- Akron, OH
$1,275 - $2,100 per month
- The Lofts at The East End
- Studio - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 688+ Sq Ft
- 1140 E Market St
- Akron, OH
Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- 9th to 12th
- Private
- 9th to 12th
- Private
- 10th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Opportunity Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Edgewood Park
- Tennis
Grace Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Cascade Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Marcy Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Morgan Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trailhead
Boss Park
- Playground
Thornton Park
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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. Annual tuition is $0. 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 $112,746. 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.