Our School Community
St. Mary School serves families from our local community and reflects the diversity of the surrounding Los Gatos area. Students learn in a supportive environment where they are known by their teachers and encouraged to grow academically, socially, and spiritually.
Families of all backgrounds are welcomed and valued at St. Mary School.
Faith
Backgrounds
While St. Mary School is rooted in the Catholic tradition, students of many faith backgrounds are part of our community. Families choose St. Mary for its strong academics, values-based education, and supportive environment.
Gender
Distribution
Our student body includes both boys and girls across all grade levels. Students learn and collaborate together in classrooms that encourage confidence, teamwork, and leadership.
Racial
Diversity
Our student population reflects the families in our local community. Students come from a range of backgrounds and experiences, contributing to a welcoming and respectful school environment.
All data shown above is represented as percentages.
Learning Environment
Small Class Sizes
Personalized attention is an important part of the St. Mary experience.
With a 12:1 student–teacher ratio,
teachers are able to support each student’s academic growth while building strong relationships in the classroom.
Our Faculty
Dedicated and Experienced Teachers
Our teachers are deeply committed to the success of their students and the strength of the school community. Many faculty members have been part of St. Mary for years, creating a stable and supportive learning environment for students and families.
Faculty Education
St. Mary teachers bring strong academic preparation to the classroom, with degrees from universities including:
Santa Clara University
San Jose State University
Saint Mary’s College of California
University of California, Davis
Georgetown University
University of Oregon
Several members of our faculty also hold master’s degrees in education and related fields.
Ongoing professional development is a part of the annual culture at St. Mary School for the faculty.