St. Mary's Ryken, A college preparatory Catholic high school
Academic Excellence. Strength in Spirit. Leaders in the Community.
Discover the Difference! SMR is private school committed to providing a highly competitive yet affordable college preparatory education to students in the southern Maryland area. Located in the heart of Leonardtown, Maryland, SMR is approximately 55 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. The 87-acre, waterfront and wireless campus overlooks Breton Bay and consists of six buildings, 3 levels of curriculam and offers and 17 different sports.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 700 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,000
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
St. Mary's Ryken, A college preparatory Catholic high school ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
As part of our mission, SMR offers support services to students with learning differences. We are equipped with fully qualified staff, and students are admitted into the program through the regular admissions process. Call 301-373-4183 for details.
Year Founded
1885
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
700 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 37%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
22 students
Number of AP Courses
25 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
American Government, AP Research and AP Seminar, Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science, English Composition, English Literature, Environmental Science, French, Human Geography, Latin, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Music Theory, Physics, Psychology, Spanish, Spanish Language and Culture, Statistics, Studio Art, U.S. History, World History
Average SAT score
1141
Average ACT score
24
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Summer and Winter Dress Code)
(Summer and Winter Dress Code)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,000
Tuition Notes
Both need-based and merit-based scholarships are available.
% on Financial Aid
40%
Admissions Director
Amy Cricchi
Admissions Associate
Kristen Stark
Endowment Size
$3 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
18 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
26 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Apologetics, Art Club, Chess Club
Club or Organization:
Academic Resources, Chinese Culture and Art, Envirothon, FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America), Honor Council, Key Club, Knightcast, many more!, Mission Possible, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Pep and Spirit Club, Plus, Project Graduation, Roman Culture, Student Government, XBSS Stewards
Arts and Music Programs:
Fall Musical, Jazz Band, Shakespearean Drama Club, Spring Musical, Stage Guild
Club or Organization:
Academic Resources, Chinese Culture and Art, Envirothon, FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America), Honor Council, Key Club, Knightcast, many more!, Mission Possible, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Pep and Spirit Club, Plus, Project Graduation, Roman Culture, Student Government, XBSS Stewards
Arts and Music Programs:
Fall Musical, Jazz Band, Shakespearean Drama Club, Spring Musical, Stage Guild
School Notes
St. Mary`s Ryken (SMR) is a high school community committed to
providing an affordable high school experience with a focus on
individual student success, personal growth and discovery of one`s
own uniqueness.
The years a student spends at SMR are marked by a challenging college preparatory program, rewarding opportunities for service and shared celebrations of Catholic faith, the forming of lifelong friendships, and the camaraderie of being part of fine arts, athletics and clubs.
In 2018, SMR celebrated the accomplishments of 165 graduates from our 37th graduating class!
The years a student spends at SMR are marked by a challenging college preparatory program, rewarding opportunities for service and shared celebrations of Catholic faith, the forming of lifelong friendships, and the camaraderie of being part of fine arts, athletics and clubs.
In 2018, SMR celebrated the accomplishments of 165 graduates from our 37th graduating class!
- Three course levels: college prep, honors and advanced placement
- SCHOLARS PROGRAM - STEM, Biomedicine, Fine Arts, Humanities and Global & International Studies pathways all on 1 campus!
- 25 Advanced Placement Classes
- 22 average class size
- 70% of faculty have advanced degrees
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