St. Mary's High School in Lancaster, New York is a private, co-educational, Catholic high school that strives to educate the entire student.
With a mixture of faith, challenging curriculum, successful athletics and vibrant extracurricular activities the goal is to provide a strong and value based foundation on which students can build a successful college career and life.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Marys High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
416 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
Advanced Courses
AP American Government, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP US History, AP World History
Average SAT score
1000
(Out of 1600)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,000
Tuition Notes
Technology Fee not included
% on Financial Aid
90%
Admissions Director
Andrea Drabik
Sports
Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
19 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
art club, book club, Computer Club, Donate Life, Eucharistic Ministers, Math Club, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Photography Club, Scholars Program, Science Olympiad, SOTE (Environmental), SOuL (Pro-Life), Student Senate, TLC (Service), Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama, Theater, Vocal Ensemble
art club, book club, Computer Club, Donate Life, Eucharistic Ministers, Math Club, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Photography Club, Scholars Program, Science Olympiad, SOTE (Environmental), SOuL (Pro-Life), Student Senate, TLC (Service), Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama, Theater, Vocal Ensemble
School Notes
- - Entering our second century of educating young men and women. - Small Classes - Safe, suburban environment - Family Atmosphere - Successful Alumni - Scholars Program - AP and Honors Courses
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Marys High School cost?
St. Marys High School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What sports does St. Marys High School offer?
St. Marys High School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. St. Marys High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
What is St. Marys High School's ranking?
St. Marys High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Marys High School?
The application deadline for St. Marys High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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