Grades: 9 - 12 | 156 students 
Welcome to St. Mary's High School website.
At St. Mary's we are building a brighter future.
St. Mary's is located approximately one-half mile north of the Historic Independence Square.
Founded in 1853, we are a coeducational, college preparatory, Diocesan high school accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 |
| Year Founded | 1853 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 156 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 17% State avg.: 15% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 12 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 13:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Number of AP Courses | 4 courses |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $4,500 |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 13 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 14 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Academic Team, Envirothon, Forensics, Future Business Leaders of America, Liturgy Club, National Honor Society, Science Club, Spanish Club, Spirit Club, Student Ambassadors, Student Council, Trojan Chorale, Yearbook, Youth L.E.A.D. Academic Team, Envirothon, Forensics, Liturgy Club, Science Club, Spanish Club, Spirit Club, Trojan Chorale, Yearbook, Youth L.E.A.D., Future Business Leaders of America, National Honor Society, Student Ambassadors, Student Council, |
School Notes:
- Mission Statement
St. Mary's High School is a Catholic Diocesan secondary school dedicated to the education and development of young men and women. The school reflects this by its mission to provide a sound Catholic formation under the auspices of the Roman Catholic Church. It also strives to develop the unique potential of its student body through an extensive curriculum, instructional excellence, global awareness, service and extra-curricular programs. St. Mary's High School seeks to empower its students with the responsibility, awareness and education to become leaders and active participants in today's world and Church.
Location
Eastern Jackson County, one block west of Noland Road and two blocks south of 24 Highway
School
Diocesan (Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph); Secondary, coed, college preparatory school
Faculty
21 Faculty and Administrators
50% hold advanced degrees
5 faculty members have taught at SMH for over 15 years
5 faculty members are alumni
Accreditation
Fully credited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and the National Catholic Education Association
Graduation Requirements
26 credits and 60 hours of Christian service
Religion- 4 credits
English- 4 credits
Social Studies- 4 credits
Mathematics- 3 credits
Science- 3 credits
Physical Education- 1 credit
Health- 1/2 credit
Fine Art- 1 credit
Foreign Language- 2 credits
Electives- 2 1/2 credits
St. Mary's offers honor classes, advanced placement classes, and college credit may be earned through Avila University and the Math/Physics Academy sponsored by UMKC.
Tuition
$4,500 (Does not reflect the cost of books, fees, and uniform)
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Available to students registered at St. Mary's
Catholicity
St. Mary's High School welcomes students of all faiths. Our student body is 80% Catholic and 20% non-Catholic.
Nearby Schools:
The nearest high school is Center Place Restoration School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Center Place Restoration School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Ann School (2.4 miles away)
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Independence Center Place Restoration School
(Latter Day Saints)819 W Waldo Ave
Independence , MO , 64050
(816)252-1715(Latter Day Saints)0.5 mi | 236 students | Gr. K-12
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IndependenceMessiah Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod)613 S Main St
Independence , MO , 64050
(816)254-9409(Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod)0.7 mi | 125 students | Gr. NS-8
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IndependenceSt. Ann School
(Roman Catholic)217 S Cedar Avenue
Independence , MO , 64053
(816)252-1024(Roman Catholic)2.4 mi | 97 students | Gr. PK-8
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IndependenceNova Center
Special Education School (Nonsectarians)2425 S Hardy Ave
Independence , MO , 64052
(816)924-1703Special Education School (Nonsectarians)2.5 mi | 45 students | Gr. 2-12
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IndependenceSchoolhouse Inc
(Nonsectarians)14709 E 35th St S
Independence , MO , 64055
(816)373-5938(Nonsectarians)2.8 mi | 30 students | Gr. K-8
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