St. Mary High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 210 students
Yearly Tuition: $14,150
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Mary High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	St. Mary High School
9	52
10	59
11	47
12	52

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1929

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

210 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

52%

State avg.: 40%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

10%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

khaki pants and polo shirts

Number of AP Courses

7 courses

Advanced Courses

AP English 12AP Physics

AP US History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$14,150

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College Acceptance Rate

97%

Admissions Director

Joella Caswell

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

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BaseballBasketball

BowlingCheering

Cross CountryFootball

SoccerSoftball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Wrestling

Colors

White, Blue, Royal blue

School Mascot

Gaels

School Notes

Saint Mary High School, located in Rutherford, New Jersey, is a coeducational, Middle States accredited institution.
The staff at Saint Mary's focuses on the school's religious community, as well as the academic and athletic abilities of their students.
The curriculum offers a wide variety of required subjects and electives, providing the students with the skills and opportunities they need to further their education and prepare them for college.

Saint Mary High School, located in Rutherford, New Jersey, is a coeducational, Middle States accredited institution. The staff at Saint Mary's focuses on the school's religious community, as well as the academic and athletic abilities of their students. The curriculum offers a wide variety of required subjects and electives, providing the students with the skills and opportunities they need to further their education and prepare them for college.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary High School cost?

St. Mary High School's tuition is approximately $14,150 for private students.

Does St. Mary High School offer a summer program?

Yes, St. Mary High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does St. Mary High School offer?

St. Mary High School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.

What is St. Mary High School's ranking?

St. Mary High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary High School?

The application deadline for St. Mary High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Bergen County, NJ is $16,008 for elementary schools and $20,906 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Bergen County, NJ is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).