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 Facts (2026)
- 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
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue, Carolina blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
Student Body
Total Students
416 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
12 courses
AP/Advanced Courses
AP American GovernmentAP Biology
AP CalculusAP Chemistry
AP Computer ScienceAP Computer Science Principles
AP English LanguageAP English Literature
AP SpanishAP Statistics
AP US HistoryAP 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
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
19 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
art clubbook club
Computer ClubDonate Life
Eucharistic MinistersMath Club
Mock TrialNational Honor Society
Photography ClubScholars Program
Science OlympiadSOTE (Environmental)
SOuL (Pro-Life)Student Senate
TLC (Service)Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
DramaTheater
Vocal Ensemble
School Notes
- School Motto: Bonitatem et disciplinam et scientiam doce me. (Teach me goodness, discipline, and knowledge.)
- School Mascot: Lancer
- - 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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(716) 309-5900
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(716) 685-2544
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(716) 685-2544
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(716) 674-8101
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(716) 580-0763
Lancaster, NY 14086
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Gr: K-8 | 20 students
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5331 Genesee St
Bowmansville, NY 14026
(716) 674-8101
Bowmansville, NY 14026
(716) 674-8101
2.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students
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(716) 901-8700
Depew, NY 14043
(716) 901-8700
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Gr: PK-12 | 416 students
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(716) 783-3100
Buffalo, NY 14221
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(716) 683-2112
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Gr: PK-8 | 351 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
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20 French Rd
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Depew, NY 14043
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(716) 580-0763
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Gr: K-8 | 20 students
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(716) 901-8700
Depew, NY 14043
(716) 901-8700
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 416 students
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(171) 663-3744
Buffalo, NY 14221
(171) 663-3744
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Gr: PK-8 | 221 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
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2 Saint Marys Hl
Lancaster, NY 14086
(716) 683-2112
Lancaster, NY 14086
(716) 683-2112
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 351 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
3970 Walden Ave
Lancaster, NY 14086
(716) 309-5900
Lancaster, NY 14086
(716) 309-5900
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Gr: NS-PK
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(Catholic)
20 French Rd
Depew, NY 14043
(716) 685-2544
Depew, NY 14043
(716) 685-2544
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 186 students Avg. class size: 20 students
Cantalician Center For Learning
Special Education School
2049 George Urban Blvd.
Depew, NY 14043
(716) 901-8700
Depew, NY 14043
(716) 901-8700
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 416 students
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Special Education School
80 Lawrence Bell Dr Sutie 115
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 831-8422
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 831-8422
4.5 miles
Gr: PK | 63 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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William G Houston Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8855 Erie Rd
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(716) 926-2402
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2402
9520.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 459 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Erie 2-chautauqua-cattaraugus Boces
Special Education School
8685 Erie Rd
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 549-4454
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 549-4454
9520.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 675 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Lake Shore Senior High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
959 Beach Rd
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2310
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2310
9520.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 665 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
John T Waugh Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 High St
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2371
Angola, NY 14006
(716) 926-2371
9520.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 295 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6745 Erie Rd
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(716) 926-2461
Derby, NY 14047
(716) 926-2461
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Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
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