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St. Mary's School

#1 in Best Catholic High Schools in Oregon
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Boarding, Catholic
  • 5-12
  • Medford, OR
  • 98 reviews
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    A+
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    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A-
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Sports
      A
    smschool.us
    (541) 773-7877
    816 Black Oak Dr
    Medford, OR 97504
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    About St. Mary's School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $75
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    SSAT, TOEFL

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $15,950
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)
    $57,000
    Received Financial Aid
    40%
    Average Financial Aid
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    From St. Mary's School

    Established in 1865, St. Mary’s School is the premiere academic institution in the region and provides a community in which intellectual curiosity and academic excellence thrive. St. Mary’s School combines a traditional college preparatory curriculum with increasingly project-based classrooms. With over 200 courses to choose from, our students have the opportunity to build a schedule that ignites their passions and allows them to be uniquely engaged and challenged. St. Mary’s School offers grades 5 – 12 and serves 500 students from around the world. We are located in beautiful Southern Oregon - a region that experiences four mild seasons and offers year-round outdoor activities and local amenities such as the world-renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival. St. Mary’s School inspires all students to discover their talents in a uniquely responsive, Catholic environment.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1310
    128 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    43 responses
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    #1 in STEM Courses

    With over 200 courses for students to build their schedules, St. Mary's School offers the courses and flexibility for students to craft a STEM-heavy schedule. Our STEM classes range from Anatomy and AP Chemistry to Engineering, Materials Science, and Robotics. Students can also work with 3D printers, program drones, and complete one of two Computer Program tracks (Programming and/or Design).

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.10 responses
    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.10 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 42 responses
    • Class Trips
      17%
    • Spirit week
      17%
    • Sporting Events
      14%
    • Mr. St. Mary's pageant
      12%
    • Spring Day
      12%
    • School Dances
      10%
    • Business day
      7%

      Students

      Diversity
      A-
      Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
      Students
      498
      91%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.11 responses
      82%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.11 responses
      82%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.11 responses
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      Teachers

      Student-Teacher Ratio
      11:1
      National
      17:1
      Poll
      83%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.12 responses
      Poll
      100%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.12 responses
      Poll
      100%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.12 responses

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      Clubs & Activities

      Clubs & Activities
      A+
      Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
      Girls Athletic Participation
      —
      Boys Athletic Participation
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      89%
      of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.9 responses
      78%
      of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.9 responses
      67%
      of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.9 responses

      St. Mary's School Reviews

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      St. Mary's goes above and beyond any expectations held for education! Not only did St. Mary's help me financially when it seemed impossible to attend, their teachers and staff went out of their way to make sure that I was welcome and pushed me to be the best student, athlete, and person I could possibly be. Their academic courses are rigorous, but the teacher to student ratio is small enough that every voice can be heard, and teachers will take the time outside of class hours to ensure that every student knows the material. The inclusion of international students from China, South Korea, and other countries has contributed to a rich diversity in the school, making it a place where cultures can peacefully intermingle and perspectives can be widened on a large scale. As far as sports go, St. Mary's has entire gym walls dedicated to all of the state championship plaques won by their excellent athletes. If you are looking for a school that has it all, St. Mary's is the place for you!
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      St Marys is the best school I've ever been to. The teachers, resources, and overall school experience are undeniably unmatched by any other school, the school's system makes it easier for students to manage academics, sports, and personal extracurricular activities by offering customizable 'mods' (the school's unique semesters), many open windows for extra help, and access to many resources. The environment experienced at St. Mary's is extremely similar to a college experience. The students are able to create a sense of understanding of what is expected at a professional/college level, the balance needed to sustain grades, personal interests, and possible jobs, and how to succeed in a class that is fast-paced and similar to college courses. Overall, there is no other school in all of Southern Oregon or the Western Coast where you can become prepared through fun and unique courses.
      When I arrived at St. Mary's School in 1993 for my first teaching job, it was a small school with long history, a dreamy vision for the future, and a core of dedicated individuals with big hearts. Now, after 25 years of steady growth and excellent stewardship, the school is starting to become that place toward which those early stalwarts strived: it is a school that values the uniqueness of the individual, aims to create life-long learners, aspires to boost its graduates on their college and career paths, fosters an ever-widening community, and seeks a stable, sustainable future as an institution. Bravo, St. Mary's! You have come a long way! And the future looks bright.
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