St. Mary 's Academy

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 150-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.

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 168 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12

Student Body

Total Students
168 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
St. Mary 's Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
33%
Admissions Director
Julie Culp
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Mary 's Academy?
The application deadline for St. Mary 's Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 168 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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