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Saints Peter & Paul High School is a welcoming, Catholic college preparatory school located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
The quality of our dedicated faculty and small class size makes for a learning environment that challenges all of our students, encourages participation in a student life program with over 35 athletic teams and clubs, and promotes a faith-centered sense of service and leadership.At Saints Peter & Paul, students are empowered with the strength of character, ethics, conviction, and knowledge necessary to cope with and exert influence upon our dynamic world.
By creating a diverse and demanding program of academics, student life opportunities, and spiritual formation, we encourage our students to take active ownership in learning, to accept the challenge of personal and social responsibility, and to strive for excellence in all things.
For more information about Saints Peter & Paul High School or to arrange for a tour of our school, please call (410) 822-2275.
Saints Peter & Paul Catholic High School endeavors to graduate
students who are strong in mind, body, and spirit and who can think
critically, creatively, and globally in a faith-based environment
where they join with faculty in a quest for wisdom, knowledge, and
grace before God and their fellow human beings.
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
The course of study is exclusively college preparatory. A
tracking system for ability is used, consisting of four levels:
Foundations, Academic, Honors, and Advanced Placement. Advanced
Placement courses are offered in English Composition & Literature,
English Language & Composition, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, United
States Government & Politics, United States History, Biology,
European History, AP 2D Art & Design, AP Drawing, AP 3D Art &
Design, and Chemistry.
ACCREDITATION & MEMBERSHIPS
The school is accredited or recognized by the Middle States
Association of Colleges and Schools, The College Board, and by the
Maryland State Department of Education and holds membership in the
National Catholic Education Association and the National
Association of Independent Schools.
COLLEGE ATTENDANCE
Saints Peter & Paul High School graduates go on to attend
outstanding colleges and universities, including,
Wake Forest University
University of Pittsburgh
Duke University
Catholic University
University of Pennsylvania
Brown University
Dartmouth College
Vanderbilt University
Villanova University
George Washington University
Ohio University
University of Alabama
Xavier University
United States Naval Academy
Georgetown
University
San Diego State University
Based on an average of the last five graduating classes, 43
graduates have been accepted to over 95 colleges and universities
in 23 states, earning an average of $5,913,319 in scholarships and
grants. That is an average of $136,252 per graduate!
STUDENT LIFE & ATHLETICS
Saints Peter & Paul High School offers a diverse array of
student programs, athletic, and leadership opportunities at the
high school. The Athletic Department provides 15 sports with over
90% of our students participating, including Soccer, Basketball,
Field Hockey, Volleyball, Swimming, Golf, Tennis, Baseball, Cross
Country, Sailing and Ice Hockey. Clubs and activities include
Performing Arts, International Club, Key Club, Respect Life Club,
Student Government, Philosophy, Eco-Discovery, Poetry Club,
Robotics, and ACE Engineering.
Ss Peter & Paul High School's tuition is approximately $16,695 for private students.
What schools are Ss Peter & Paul High School often compared to?
Ss Peter & Paul High School is often viewed alongside schools like Chesapeake Christian School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Ss Peter & Paul High School offer?
Ss Peter & Paul High School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball. Ss Peter & Paul High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Ss Peter & Paul High School?
The application deadline for Ss Peter & Paul High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Quick Facts (2025-26)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 185 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,695
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
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The average private school tuition in Maryland is $16,384 for elementary schools and $20,633 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
