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

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Top Ranked OR School
Grades: 9-12
Yearly Tuition: $20,150
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 9 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish

Year Founded

1859

School Calendar

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Campus Size

5 acres

School Motto

We Believe Young Women are Powerful.

Student Body

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

33%

State avg.: 26%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

51 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

86%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

12 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 9 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$20,150

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Tuition Notes

Financial aid available - apply by January 9.

% on Financial Aid

42%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$8,000

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 85%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Sophia Vallada

Admissions Associate

Kara D'Ascenzo

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

Alpine SkiingBasketball

Cross CountryDance

Flag FootballFootball

GolfLacrosse

Nordic SkiingSnowboarding

SoccerSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

White, Blue

School Mascot

Sma Blues

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

17 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

CommuniCareEscribe Maria

Justice WeekMock Trial

Model United NationsOperation Appreciation

RoboticsScience Olympiad

Student Review BoardTech Internship

TIES (Teaching, Integrating, and Exploring ScienceUNITE Day

Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

DanceMarian Singers

Rose ChoirTheatre

School Notes

St. Mary's Academy is Oregon's oldest continuously-operating secondary school.
A nationally recognized school of excellence, St. Mary's is an established Catholic all-girls college preparatory high school that readies students for the future.
We invite you to review our Profile of Distinction.
With a 166-year tradition of educating young women, St. Mary's continues to serve a diverse school community and offer a challenging academic program which fosters the development of the whole person.
St. Mary's is large enough to provide a wide variety of experiences yet small enough to focus on the individual needs of each and every student.
In a nurturing and supportive environment, the faculty and staff challenge students to exceed their potential and provide them with skills, strength, and resources to meet those challenges.
St. Mary's provides a solid spiritual foundation through its four-year religion curriculum, campus ministry program, retreats, and service opportunities.
The curriculum provides students with an understanding of human development, Catholic Christian theology, world religions, ethics, and social justice.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Katy Peaslee, Attorney, Class of 2006 -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mary 's Academy cost?

St. Mary 's Academy's tuition is approximately $20,150 for private students.

What schools are St. Mary 's Academy often compared to?

St. Mary 's Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Central Catholic High School by visitors of our site.

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

The acceptance rate of St. Mary 's Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.

Who are famous alumni from St. Mary 's Academy?

St. Mary 's Academy famous alumni include: Katy Peaslee, Attorney, Class of 2006.

What sports does St. Mary 's Academy offer?

St. Mary 's Academy offers 15 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Mary 's Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for most sports offered.

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

St. Mary 's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Most sports 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. 9 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 9 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is St. Mary 's Academy located?

St. Mary 's Academy is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 24 other private schools located in Southwest Portland.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Portland, OR is $13,763 for elementary schools and $17,132 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Portland, OR is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).