Saint Mary's College High School is a Catholic school where students are loved and educated by teachers and staff who are inspired by Saint John Baptist de La Salle and the tradition of the Brothers of the Christian Schools.
Saint Mary's is a college preparatory high school that provides students with a quality Christian education.
Faculty, staff, administration, and parents associate as zealous ministers in a faith-filled, educational community.
Essentially, we at Saint Mary's seek to educate the whole person, promoting the intellectual, spiritual, physical, and social development of each student through rigorous academic and co-curricular programs.
We recognize the dignity of each student in a caring, moral environment.
We affirm the intellectual commitment and academic excellence, and we encourage students to assume personal responsibility for their education.
We give special attention to raising an awareness of the poor and oppressed in our society, and to demonstrating this concern and sensitivity through Christian service.
We believe students thrive in an atmosphere of mutual respect within an orderly and supportive environment.
We expect students who come to Saint Mary's to give, to share, to contribute, to challenge, and to grow.
As graduates they are expected to be young men and women who will be lifelong learners and responsible, moral, productive citizens, and active members of their communities.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Yearly Tuition: $13,200
- Acceptance rate: 40%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 2
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Mary's College High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1863
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
Campus Size
13 acres
Student Body
Total Students
627 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
54%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 2
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,200
Tuition Notes
The tuition covers the costs of tuition and fees.
Acceptance Rate
40%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Lawrence Puck
Admissions Associate
Linda Yaris
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Educating the mind, heart, and soul
- School Mascot: Panthers
- Saint Mary's College High School is a Catholic school where students are loved and educated by teachers and staff who are inspired by Saint John Baptist de La Salle and the tradition of the Brothers of the Christian Schools.
- Saint Mary's is a college preparatory high school that provides students with a quality Christian education.
- Faculty, staff, administration, and parents associate as zealous ministers in a faith-filled, educational community.
- Essentially, we at Saint Mary's seek to educate the whole person, promoting the intellectual, spiritual, physical, and social development of each student through rigorous academic and co-curricular programs.
- We recognize the dignity of each student in a caring, moral environment.
- We affirm the intellectual commitment and academic excellence, and we encourage students to assume personal responsibility for their education.
- We give special attention to raising an awareness of the poor and oppressed in our society, and to demonstrating this concern and sensitivity through Christian service.
- We believe students thrive in an atmosphere of mutual respect within an orderly and supportive environment.
- We expect students who come to Saint Mary's to give, to share, to contribute, to challenge, and to grow.
- As graduates they are expected to be young men and women who will be lifelong learners and responsible, moral, productive citizens, and active members of their communities.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mary's College High School cost?
St. Mary's College High School's tuition is approximately $13,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary's College High School?
The acceptance rate of St. Mary's College High School is 40%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. St. Mary's College High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What is St. Mary's College High School's ranking?
St. Mary's College High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary's College High School?
The application deadline for St. Mary's College High School is Jan. 2.
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School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
As a parent who has had 1 at Saint Mary's and 1 a Bishop O''Dowd, I can honestly say Saint Mary's if by far a more caring place for ALL students replicating what a religious school should be guiding kids to greatness at every level, your child will feel a part of something as they connect with classmates and staff. A graduate of Saint Mary's leaves with kindness and love while receiving an excellent education, not selfishness.
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