MISSION STATEMENT OF ST. MARY'S ACADEMY St. Mary's Academy provides an education within the Catholic tradition, nurturing the potential of each person, while teaching respect and responsibility for all God's creation.
PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT In cooperation with family, St. Mary's Academy is a faith community within the Catholic tradition.
Our belief in God and in the teaching of Jesus acknowledges the worth and dignity of each person.
We are dedicated to creating a learning environment in which every person's potential may be discovered and developed.
We believe in developing the values of service and stewardship.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OR School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Acceptance rate: 60%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Marys Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1864
Student Body
Total Students
167 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
60%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Kimberly Koch
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Angels
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Marys Academy often compared to?
St. Marys Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Covenant Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Marys Academy?
The acceptance rate of St. Marys Academy is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. St. Marys Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Oregon with low acceptance rates.
What sports does St. Marys Academy offer?
St. Marys Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country and Volleyball.
What is St. Marys Academy's ranking?
St. Marys Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Marys Academy?
The application deadline for St. Marys Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Marys Academy vs. Covenant Christian Academy
The nearest high school to St. Marys Academy is World Class Academy (16.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Covenant Christian Academy (2.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Little Oak Montessori School (16.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Covenant Christian Academy
(Christian)
2630 E 18th St
The Dalles, OR 97058
(541) 296-2952
The Dalles, OR 97058
(541) 296-2952
2.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 52 students
Little Oak Montessori School
Montessori School
1054 Se Oak St./elementary Campus: 871 Ne Estes St
White Salmon, WA 98672
(509) 281-1721
White Salmon, WA 98672
(509) 281-1721
16.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 69 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
World Class Academy
Alternative School
163 N Main Ave
White Salmon, WA 98672
(530) 919-9162
White Salmon, WA 98672
(530) 919-9162
16.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 59 students Tuition listed
Horizon Christian School ![Horizon Christian School Photo - Traditional first game of the soccer season is against Troutlake Public School in Washington.]( "Horizon Christian School Photo - Traditional first game of the soccer season is against Troutlake Public School in Washington.")
(Christian)
700 Pacific Ave
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 387-3200
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 387-3200
16.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 214 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bright Beginnings
Daycare / Preschool
616 State St
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-7717
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-7717
16.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 49 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
World Class Academy
Alternative School
163 N Main Ave
White Salmon, WA 98672
(530) 919-9162
White Salmon, WA 98672
(530) 919-9162
16.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 59 students Tuition listed
Horizon Christian School ![Horizon Christian School Photo - Traditional first game of the soccer season is against Troutlake Public School in Washington.]( "Horizon Christian School Photo - Traditional first game of the soccer season is against Troutlake Public School in Washington.")
(Christian)
700 Pacific Ave
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 387-3200
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 387-3200
16.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 214 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mid-columbia Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1100 22nd St
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-3187
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-3187
17.4 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 45 students
Mt. Hood Academy
Special Program Emphasis
88153 Government Camp Loop,
Government Camp, OR 97028
(909) 224-9315
Government Camp, OR 97028
(909) 224-9315
33.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Wy East Mountain Academy
Special Program Emphasis
Po Box 628
Welches, OR 97067
(503) 622-8931
Welches, OR 97067
(503) 622-8931
43.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 23 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Covenant Christian Academy
(Christian)
2630 E 18th St
The Dalles, OR 97058
(541) 296-2952
The Dalles, OR 97058
(541) 296-2952
2.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 52 students
Little Oak Montessori School
Montessori School
1054 Se Oak St./elementary Campus: 871 Ne Estes St
White Salmon, WA 98672
(509) 281-1721
White Salmon, WA 98672
(509) 281-1721
16.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 69 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Horizon Christian School ![Horizon Christian School Photo - Traditional first game of the soccer season is against Troutlake Public School in Washington.]( "Horizon Christian School Photo - Traditional first game of the soccer season is against Troutlake Public School in Washington.")
(Christian)
700 Pacific Ave
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 387-3200
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 387-3200
16.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 214 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mid-columbia Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1100 22nd St
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-3187
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-3187
17.4 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 45 students
New Vision School
Alternative School
6575 Hwy 35
Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041
(971) 404-4911
Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041
(971) 404-4911
18.2 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 36 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Little Oak Montessori School
Montessori School
1054 Se Oak St./elementary Campus: 871 Ne Estes St
White Salmon, WA 98672
(509) 281-1721
White Salmon, WA 98672
(509) 281-1721
16.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 69 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Horizon Christian School ![Horizon Christian School Photo - Traditional first game of the soccer season is against Troutlake Public School in Washington.]( "Horizon Christian School Photo - Traditional first game of the soccer season is against Troutlake Public School in Washington.")
(Christian)
700 Pacific Ave
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 387-3200
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 387-3200
16.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 214 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bright Beginnings
Daycare / Preschool
616 State St
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-7717
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-7717
16.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 49 students
Mid-columbia Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1100 22nd St
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-3187
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-3187
17.4 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 45 students
New Vision School
Alternative School
6575 Hwy 35
Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041
(971) 404-4911
Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041
(971) 404-4911
18.2 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 36 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Colonel Wright Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
610 W 14th St
The Dalles, OR 97058
(541) 506-3360
The Dalles, OR 97058
(541) 506-3360
0.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 291 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
The Dalles High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
220 E 10th St
The Dalles, OR 97058
(541) 506-3400
The Dalles, OR 97058
(541) 506-3400
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 795 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
The Dalles Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1100 E 12th St
The Dalles, OR 97058
(541) 506-3380
The Dalles, OR 97058
(541) 506-3380
1.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Dallesport Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
625 Keasey Avenue
Lyle, WA 98635
(509) 365-2211
Lyle, WA 98635
(509) 365-2211
1.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 91 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Dry Hollow Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1314 E 19th St
The Dalles, OR 97058
(541) 506-3370
The Dalles, OR 97058
(541) 506-3370
1.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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