St. Mary School vs. Darlington School
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Darlington School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
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Overview
Saint Mary's Catholic School continues a tradition of academic excellence as we challenge students to become lifelong learners and dedicated Christian men and women.
We develop individual strengths by fostering critical thinking, setting high standards, and challenging each other to become virtuous, responsible human beings.
Our courage shines as we live the Gospel, always seeking the wisdom to understand God's will, as we share the love of God with all people.
Darlington School is a co-ed, independent boarding and day school in Rome, Ga., for students in pre-K through high school.
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Founded in 1905, Darlington School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school for students in pre-K through grade 12, with boarding in grades 9-12.The school offers motivated students rigorous academics, numerous fine arts opportunities and a competitive athletics program in a nurturing environment.Our students are the center of all that we do, and together, we empower them to learn with passion, act with integrity and serve with respect.
Grades Offered
PK-8
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
n/a
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Depends on testing
Year Founded
1945
1905
Students Body
Total Students
232 students
789 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
15%
Students by Grade


Students by Grade
Nursery Students
13
-
Pre-K Students
38
18
Kindergarten Students
24
22
Grade 1 Students
24
22
Grade 2 Students
21
22
Grade 3 Students
14
30
Grade 4 Students
23
40
Grade 5 Students
23
40
Grade 6 Students
23
50
Grade 7 Students
10
50
Grade 8 Students
19
50
Grade 9 Students
-
100
Grade 10 Students
-
115
Grade 11 Students
-
115
Grade 12 Students
-
115
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
80 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
20%
78%
Average Class Size
20
14
Number of AP Classes
n/a
22
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
10:1
Average SAT score
n/a
1220
Average ACT score
n/a
26
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Formal
(School uniforms)
(School uniforms)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Feb. 15 / Jul. 15 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$9,000
$25,370
Tuition Notes
PK-3 tuition is $7102
PK tuition is $8211
Elementary tuition is $7160-$8185
Middle School (6th-8th) tuition is $7500-$8500
http://www.darlingtonschool.org/admission/tuition.aspx
% on Financial Aid
55%
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,600
n/a
Acceptance Rate
95%
46%
Admissions Director
Christa Jackson
Matthew Peer
Admissions Associate
Christa Jackson
n/a
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5
18
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
7
35
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Chess ClubFellowship of Christian Athletes
Junior Beta ClubMath League
Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
After School ArtDrama
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
"D" Club"Y" Cabinet
Chess ClubEnvironmental Awareness Club
Georgia Junior Academy of ScienceGovernor's Honors
House SenateIMPACT International
JabberwokkMath Team
Outdoor ClubScholar Bowl
Spanish ClubStudent Council
Technology ClubTiger Experts
Young DemocratsYoung Republicans
Arts and Music Programs:
Concert ChoirDarlington Players
Instrumental Music ConservatoryInternational Thespians
Jazz EnsembleLadies' Chorale
Lessons AcademyMen's Chorale
OrchestraSet Crew
The DarlingtonesThe Inkslinger
The Random Notes
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Coosa Junior Golf AcademyFitness
IntramuralsSoccer Academy