St. Mary Academy – Bay View (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked RI School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 432 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,350
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Mary Academy – Bay View ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Mary Academy – Bay View
Pre-K	12
Kind	9
1	17
2	15
3	16
4	18
5	15
6	30
7	19
8	30
9	54
10	49
11	82
12	66

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Year Founded

1874

Student Body

Total Students

432 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

50 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

16 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,350

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from $11,350–$16,650 for Preschool through Grade 12.

% on Financial Aid

46%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$6,032

Admissions Director

Monica Rangel

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

21 sports

Colors

Blue, Navy Blue, Gold

School Mascot

Bengal Tiger

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

33 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Ambassadors ClubB.A.D.D. Bengals Against Destructive Decisions

Bay View AbroadBook Club

Chefs at the BayClose-Up

Craft ClubCulture Share Club

Equestrian ClubExcalibur National Honor Society for Excellence in Science

French Club/Club De FrançaisFriends of Mercy

H.O.P.E. Environmental ClubHabitat for Humanity

Italian ClubMath Team

Mercy Action ClubMock Trial

Model LegislatureModel United Nations

Peer MinistryRosie's Club

Spanish Club/El Club de EspañolStudent Council

Vision ClubYearbook

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Arts and Music Programs:

After Hours ArtAmbassadors Club Bay View Players

Chamber ChorusLiterary Club-Zoë

OrchestraRhode Island All-State Chorus and Orchestra

The Bay View Players Cabaret Show

School Notes

Educating girls since 1874, St. Mary Academy Bay View is an independent, Catholic school serving a diverse population of girls from Preschool through Grade 12.
In the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy, we offer a blended learning curriculum to foster critical thinking in a creative learning environment.
We are committed to empowering each student to be a confident, independent, compassionate, and socially conscious young woman who fully lives her faith.

Educating girls since 1874, St. Mary Academy Bay View is an independent, Catholic school serving a diverse population of girls from Preschool through Grade 12. In the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy, we offer a blended learning curriculum to foster critical thinking in a creative learning environment. We are committed to empowering each student to be a confident, independent, compassionate, and socially conscious young woman who fully lives her faith.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary Academy – Bay View cost?

St. Mary Academy – Bay View's tuition is approximately $11,350 for private students.

What sports does St. Mary Academy – Bay View offer?

St. Mary Academy – Bay View offers 21 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. St. Mary Academy – Bay View is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for most sports offered.

What is St. Mary Academy – Bay View's ranking?

St. Mary Academy – Bay View ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary Academy – Bay View?

The application deadline for St. Mary Academy – Bay View is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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