St. Mary's Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 232 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,898
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 12 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Mary's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Mary's Academy
9	70
10	61
11	53
12	48

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1889

Colors

Blue, Gold

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

232 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

97%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

17 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

85%

Average Class Size

21 students

Number of AP Courses

20 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 12 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,898

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Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Daphne Jones

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

SoccerSoftball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

17 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Activism ClubAnime Club

Architecture ClubBlack Student Union

Book ClubCalifornia Scholarship Federation

Campus Ministry TeamCrochet Club

Fashion ClubFilm Club

Interact ClubNational Arts Honor Society

National Honor SocietyRed Cross Club

Robotics ClubStudent Ambassador Program

Student Leadership Council

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School Notes

St. Mary`s Academy is a Catholic School for girls, founded, sponsored and administered by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.
The administration, faculty and staff together with the students` parents are committed to challenging each young woman constantly and consistently to attain her full potential.
This effort is strongly characterized by respect for the individual, academic preparation for higher education and empowerment of the young Christian woman to take her place in an ever-changing world. As an expression of the educational mission of the Catholic Church and the extension of the family unit in today`s society, St. Mary`s Academy is enriched by a tradition of quality education for over a century.
From its founding and ongoing association with the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, St. Mary`s Academy has acquired distinctive characteristics including a commitment to provide educational opportunities to young women with potential, a commitment to provide a supportive and caring Christian community which both nurtures and challenges these young women, and a conviction that education finds its character and expression in service to others.
A St. Mary`s Academy education promotes the formation and integral development of young Christian women from various ethnic backgrounds and cultures.
This education provides opportunities for the development of contemporary leadership while preserving the spirit and traditions that have made St. Mary`s Academy unique.

School Motto: Be you. Belong. Be a Belle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary's Academy cost?

St. Mary's Academy's tuition is approximately $10,898 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary's Academy?

The acceptance rate of St. Mary's Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

What sports does St. Mary's Academy offer?

St. Mary's Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Mary's Academy's ranking?

St. Mary's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Most AP courses offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary's Academy?

The application deadline for St. Mary's Academy is Jan. 12 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 12 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,263 for elementary schools and $23,987 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).