St. Mary's High School is a private, Roman Catholic high school in Storm Lake, Iowa.
It is located in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sioux City.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Mary's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1912
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
310 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Mary's School?
The application deadline for St. Mary's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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