St. Mary's Academy

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St. Mary's Academy Photo #1 - St. Mary's Academy High School excels at preparing young women for leadership in a global society. Our goal is to empower our students through the development of analytical skills, confidence, and generosity to make a difference in the world around them.
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St. Mary's Academy Photo #1 - St. Mary's Academy High School excels at preparing young women for leadership in a global society. Our goal is to empower our students through the development of analytical skills, confidence, and generosity to make a difference in the world around them.
St. Mary's Academy Photo #2 - The St. Mary's Academy Pre-Kindergarten program is based in a specially designed co-ed PK classroom with a dedicated outdoor space. We offer authentic learning opportunities with highly acclaimed teachers who focus on the social-emotional development of students and teach using developmentally appropriate and research-based practices.
St. Mary's Academy Photo #3 - For over 150 years, St. Mary's Academy has been enlightening students to explore the world and learn without limits. St. Mary's Academy's unique, rigorous, college preparatory curriculum is designed for students who are motivated to learn and grow in a Catholic, independent community.
St. Mary's Academy Photo #4 - We inspire our students to become powerful agents of change in the world by creating opportunities for them to find their own path.
St. Mary's Academy Photo #5 - The Lower School is a happy place! Here, children are treasured, encouraged, and loved. St. Mary's Academy's Lower School is a co-educational program beginning with Pre-Kindergarten and continuing through grade five. The Lower School learning environment allows children to grow in a happy, positive, and engaging community.
St. Mary's Academy Photo #6 - For the past four years, 100% of AP Calculus students have achieved the maximum score of five on the AP Calculus test!
St. Mary's Academy Photo #7 - At St. Mary's Academy Middle School, we focus on supporting the dynamic developmental stage of our students. They learn social skills, begin to establish their individual identity, and prepare for High School. The SMA Middle School offers an environment where creativity, exploration, and joy are encouraged to develop skills for deeper learning and personal growth.
St. Mary's Academy Photo #8 - St. Mary's Academy's Mission Statement: St. Mary's Academy fosters excellence in each child through academic achievement, spiritual development, and service. The Loretto School Values of faith, community, justice, and respect provide the foundation to be powerful agents of change.
St. Mary's Academy is an independent, Catholic school, founded by the Sisters of Loretto in 1864.
Co-Ed Preschool through Grade 8  All-Girls High School  St. Mary's Academy fosters excellence in each child through academic achievements, spiritual development, and service. The Loretto School Values of faith, community, justice, and respect provide the foundation for students to be powerful agents of change.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CO School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 678 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,640
  • Acceptance rate: 89%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 31
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Mary's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1864
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1992, 1999, 2016

Student Body

Total Students
678 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
St. Mary's Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
26 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus ABII, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Chinese, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP French Language, AP Human Geography, AP Language and Composition, AP Microeconomics, AP Music Theory, AP Physics C Mechanics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art: 3D Design, AP Studio Art/Drawing Portfolio, AP U.S. Government and Politics, AP U.S. History
Average SAT score
1246
Average ACT score
26
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
For Lower and Middle School: No denim. Collared shirts. No prints.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / Jan. 31
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by division. Tuition listed is for the High School.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$15,417
Acceptance Rate
89%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Seely Meredith
Admissions Associate
Lindsey Lopez
Endowment Size
$13.2 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Affinity Groups, Arts for Social Justice, DECA, Diversity Club, Mock Trial Team, Robotics Team, Speech and Debate Team

Arts and Music Programs:
Jazz Band, Orchestra, SAIMARAC Honors Choir

School Notes

  • 678 enrolled students
  • 36% diversity
  • Students come from 66 different zip codes
  • Over $2.0 million is given in need-based assistance each year to 20% of the student body in all three divisions. The average financial aid is $13,808
  • Summer camp offering for seven weeks in the summer
  • Before and After School care is available
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary's Academy cost?
St. Mary's Academy's tuition is approximately $25,640 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary's Academy?
The acceptance rate of St. Mary's Academy is 89%, which is lower than the national average of 91%.
Does St. Mary's Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, St. Mary's Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does St. Mary's Academy offer?
St. Mary's Academy offers 13 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Mary's Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for most sports offered.
What is St. Mary's Academy's ranking?
St. Mary's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary's Academy?
The application deadline for St. Mary's Academy is Dec. 15 / Jan. 31.

School Calendar

View the St. Mary's Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
Spring Break - Academy Closed
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - Academy Closed
March 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - Academy Closed
March 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - Academy Closed
March 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break - Academy Closed
March 29, 2024 (Friday)

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
We LOOOOOVE St. Mary's Academy!!! It is the most warm, inclusive, supportive, friendly community, while at the same time offering incomparable academic instruction and unparalleled leadership opportunities. Our daughter is happy every day! She loves her teachers, her friends, what she is learning, and how she is learning. SMA celebrates its students and their individuality, their power and their sensitivities. Students are encouraged to rise up in everything they do, without creating harmful and unnecessary stress and pressure. Our daughter and her friends have a saying, "only at SMA" to recognize the unique and. incredibly special experiences they have daily. SMA challenges its students to become change-makers in the world, and that they do. We cannot adequately describe the beautiful gift of St. Mary's Academy in our lives and in our daughter's life.
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5  
We have had a wonderful first year of high school at SMA. Our daughter has thrived in the highly-personal and student-focused learning environment that SMA provides. The faculty are incredibly talented and committed to helping each young woman be their best and explore their areas of interest, no matter how varied or specific they are. Ms. Ishwari's leadership has been an integral part of the strong culture of community and empowerment for these young women and families. SMA creates many opportunities to thrive in its core values of faith, justice, community, and respect. They have an extremely broad variety of clubs and student-run programs that students can readily engage in including Model UN, DECA, Robotics, Speech and Debate, Diversity, Outreach and so many more. They also have a wide variety of sports and other after-school programs students can explore as part of a team. We are very happy with the choice our daughter made to make SMA her high school home and highly recommend it as a place for young women to grow academically, socially, and personally!
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CO School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 678 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,640
  • Acceptance rate: 89%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 31
  • Source: Verified school update

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