Address & Contact

St. Marys Catholic Middle School

600 Maurus Street

St. Marys, PA 15857

Ph: 814.834.7800

Fax: 814.781.3441

Principal: Mr. John Schneider (schneiderj@eccss.org)

Assistant Principal: Mrs. Dana Gebauer (gebauerd@eccss.org)

Middle School Times

• School Hours: 7:40 a.m. – 2:25 p.m.
• Doors Open: 6:40 a.m.

Report Cards

Report cards are issued four times each school year, providing families with regular updates on academic progress.

Average Class Size

12:1 student to teacher ratio

Transportation

Students residing in the St. Marys, Ridgway, Johnsonburg, and Cameron County School Districts are eligible for bus transportation to ECCSS. 

General Information

Welcome to St. Marys Catholic Middle School, where students are challenged to grow in faith, knowledge, character, and leadership during these important middle school years.

At SMCMS, we provide a nurturing, faith-filled environment where students are known, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. Through engaging academics, meaningful service opportunities, extracurricular activities, and a strong Catholic foundation, we help students build the confidence, skills, and values they need to succeed in high school and beyond.

With an average class size of approximately 12 students, our teachers are able to build meaningful relationships with students while providing individualized attention and support.

We invite you to discover all that St. Marys Catholic Middle School has to offer and become part of a community where students are inspired to learn, lead, serve, and grow each day.

Student Support and Services

Support services include:

• Instructional Support Team (IST)
• School Counseling
• Mental Health Resources
• Speech Pathology
• ACT 89 Math Services
• Title 1 Reading Services 

Academic Information

Student progress is measured through classroom assessments, teacher observations, and standardized testing. These assessments help guide instruction and ensure students continue to grow academically.

• NWEA Map testing 3 times per year

Technology

Every middle school student is provided with a school-issued Chromebook, giving them access to digital learning tools, educational resources, and collaborative classroom experiences. Our 1:1 Chromebook program enhances instruction, promotes creativity and critical thinking, and helps students build the technology skills needed for success in high school and beyond.

Middle School Electives 

Students have the opportunity to explore their interests through a variety of elective courses that complement their core academic classes. Electives encourage creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and hands-on learning while helping students discover new talents and passions.