St. Mary's Catholic High School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked AZ School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 487 students
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 25 / Mar. 25 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Mary's Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Mary's Catholic High School
9	141
10	117
11	116
12	113

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Year Founded

1917

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

School Motto

Pro Deo et Patria

Student Body

Total Students

487 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

89%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

35 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

55%

Average Class Size

22 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

4 courses

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 25 / Mar. 25 / rolling

Tuition Notes

2025-2026 school year - $18,500 for non-registered Catholic families; $14,500 for registered Catholic families

% on Financial Aid

80%

Admissions Director

Mrs. Pivonka

Admissions Associate

Sabrina Rideau

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Track and FieldVolleyball

Weightlifting

Colors

White, Green

School Mascot

Knights

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Pro-Life ClubRobotics Team

Service Clubs

Arts and Music Programs:

Band and ChoirDance Team

Drama/TheaterGuitar

School Notes

The mission of Saint Mary's Catholic High School is to provide a liberal arts education that forms virtuous young men and women to know the truth and love the good.
Saint Mary's High School is a Roman Catholic, diocesan, coeducational high school serving the greater Phoenix area.
It is a multicultural, centrally located school that offers a traditional academic curriculum with a primary emphasis on college preparation. As a Catholic school, Saint Mary's has the unique privilege and responsibility of providing spiritual resources for the school community.
We believe that by promoting moral values, fostering lifelong service, instilling knowledge of the truths of the Catholic faith, and integrating that faith with all that is taught and experienced at Saint Mary's, students are provided with a solid foundation on which to live out their faith in our world. Additionally, we strive to provide an environment in which students can become contributing members of their faith communities.
We strive to leave lasting impressions of the values of honesty, decency, and integrity with our students.
Because each student must be able to make informed decisions and to live according to Christian principals, we encourage self-discipline, self-respect, respect for others, and growth in learning so that students will be able to deal with everyday issues.

The mission of Saint Mary's Catholic High School is to provide a liberal arts education that forms virtuous young men and women to know the truth and love the good. Saint Mary's High School is a Roman Catholic, diocesan, coeducational high school serving the greater Phoenix area. It is a multicultural, centrally located school that offers a traditional academic curriculum with a primary emphasis on college preparation. As a Catholic school, Saint Mary's has the unique privilege and responsibility of providing spiritual resources for the school community. We believe that by promoting moral values, fostering lifelong service, instilling knowledge of the truths of the Catholic faith, and integrating that faith with all that is taught and experienced at Saint Mary's, students are provided with a solid foundation on which to live out their faith in our world. Additionally, we strive to provide an environment in which students can become contributing members of their faith communities. We strive to leave lasting impressions of the values of honesty, decency, and integrity with our students. Because each student must be able to make informed decisions and to live according to Christian principals, we encourage self-discipline, self-respect, respect for others, and growth in learning so that students will be able to deal with everyday issues.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Mary's Catholic High School offer?

St. Mary's Catholic High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. St. Mary's Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for most sports offered.

What is St. Mary's Catholic High School's ranking?

St. Mary's Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary's Catholic High School?

The application deadline for St. Mary's Catholic High School is Jan. 25 / Mar. 25 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 25 / Mar. 25 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is St. Mary's Catholic High School located?

St. Mary's Catholic High School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 5 other private schools located in Midtown.

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The average private school tuition in Phoenix, AZ is $13,303 for elementary schools and $17,037 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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