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St. Mary on the Hill Catholic School (SMCS) is the parish school of St. Mary on the Hill Catholic Church.
We welcome families of all faiths.  SMCS is accredited by Cognia.
Located in Augusta, Georgia, we serve families from Richmond and Columbia Counties in Georgia and Aiken County in South Carolina.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 478 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,800
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1960

Student Body

Total Students
478 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
47%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms are required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $7,375 to $8,800 for the 2022-2023 school year.
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Debra Ryan

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Chorus, CyberPatriots, Drama, Garden Club, Girls' Prayer Group, Junior Beta Club, Model United Nations, TED-Ed Student Talks

School Notes

  • The mission of St. Mary on the Hill Catholic School is to provide an outstanding Catholic education where we strive to embrace our calling as Christian disciples and reach our full potential in a rigorous spiritual and academic environment.
  • Our students are challenged to think critically, problem solve, and excel in their subject areas. 
  • Through Project-Based Learning (PBL), STEM/STEAM, and other research-based teaching methods, we tackle real-world issues in meaningful ways.
  • Our students have opportunities to excel outside the classroom through extracurricular activities and sports.
  • Financial aid is available.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School cost?

St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School's tuition is approximately $8,800 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What sports does St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School offer?

St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School's ranking?

St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School?

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

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
Our children have grown in their faith and received an outstanding academic education at St. Mary on the Hill Catholic School. The teachers care about the students and motivate them to do their best. Upon graduating from St. Mary's, our son was very prepared for the tough curriculum at Aquinas High School. We anticipate the same success for our daughter when she goes to Aquinas. Thank you St. Mary's for all you do!
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5  
Ours is a small, private Catholic school with children who take their education seriously and parents that are involved in the school culture and our children's lives. St. Mary's has state-of-the-art equipment in every classroom and our teachers use it daily. Our teachers are well-educated and participate in continuing education, which, as an educator myself, I appreciate. The "Catholicity" of our school is evident in everything we do, but we have students who are not Catholic who feel just as at home at St. Mary's. I cannot imagine sending my children to any other school in the Augusta area.
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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 478 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,800
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Augusta, GA is $9,079 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Augusta, GA is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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