St. Mary Catholic School, Elgin

St. Mary Catholic School
103 S. Gifford St. Elgin
Openings in 4 year old pre-k through 8th grade
(847) 695-6609

St. Mary Catholic School families are proudly displaying school yard signs this summer!

Happy Father’s Day to all of the fathers, grandfathers, uncles and other role models in the Elgin St. Mary Catholic School community!

Many of our incoming 8th graders joined us today for a work day at school! Our TITANS are the BEST!

We are sharing some exciting news.
Joseph Johnson, a graduate from St. Mary School and a lifelong parishioner, had the incredible opportunity to meet Pope Leo alongside his fellow seminarians from St. John Vianney Seminary. This meeting took place on Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Joseph recently spent a semester studying in Rome in the spring of 2026, and the experience culminated in this memorable meeting. In the attached picture, you’ll notice Joseph on the right side, standing directly behind Pope Leo, alongside his classmates.

This was a profound moment for all the seminarians and a significant milestone in their journey.

May God bless and protect these and all seminarians.

Congratulations to our Pastor, Father Bruce, on the 20th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood! We are grateful for Father Bruce’s presence at our school!

Looking for a more personal school experience? Small class sizes, individual attention, and a close knit community make all the difference. St. Mary School has been providing education since 1874. Come see for yourself.

Students in prekindergarten thru 8th grade lead the 10:30 AM Sunday Masses at St. Mary Catholic Church in Elgin the second Sunday each month. On May 10th some of our youngest students greeted everyone!

Our annual Field Day last week included water games, beach ball relays, corn hole toss and grilled hot dogs cooked by Pastor Father Bruce!

Students in the St. Mary Catholic School beginning band showcased their talents at the end of May. These musicians have practiced hard and made great strides this school year!