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The High School Of Saint Thomas More

3901 N Mattis Ave Champaign, IL 61822

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 210 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
The High School Of Saint Thomas More Photo #1 - STM chaplain Father Andru O'Brien celebrates the Senior Recognition Mass in May 2022.
The High School Of Saint Thomas More Photo #2 - Left to right: Miia Popovics, Anna Craddock, and Gabriel Yallaly perform during the STM Drama Department's spring musical "Into the Woods, Jr." in April 2022.
The High School Of Saint Thomas More Photo #3 - Onyi Okolo and Leilani Sayavongsa take a break from their chemistry lab to smile for the camera.
The High School Of Saint Thomas More Photo #4 - STM track and field team member Paige Stark races during the spring 2022 season.
The High School Of Saint Thomas More Photo #5 - STM students watch with tension as the girls volleyball team competes at the 1A volleyball state championship at Redbird Arena at Illinois State University in Bloomington, Illinois, in November 2021. The team ended up winning the title and sent three seniors to play Division I for volleyball.
The High School Of Saint Thomas More Photo #6 - Emily Ritter directs members of the STM choir during Mass in spring 2021.
The High School Of Saint Thomas More Photo #7 - The STM student section, known as the Saber Pack, rejoices with 2021 volleyball team captain Caroline Kerr as she shows off the team's 1A state championship plaque at Redbird Arena at Illinois State University in Bloomington, Illinois, in November 2021.
The High School Of Saint Thomas More Photo #8 - Students smile for a selfie at a STM football game in fall 2021.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 210 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

The High School Of Saint Thomas More ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School Resources

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2014

Student Body

Total Students
210 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
48%
Average Class Size
15 students
Average SAT score
1062
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
khaki, colored polos, plaid skirts
Number of AP Courses
9 courses
List of Courses Offered
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$8,155 for Catholics; $12,205 for Non-Catholics; $16,405 for International Students
Tuition Notes
Dependent on religious affiliation
% on Financial Aid
35%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Erica Sherman

Sports

Total Sports Offered
13 sports
School Mascot
Sammy The Saber

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
19 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art ClubChess Club
Film ClubInteract Club
International ClubLatin Club
Math ClubModel United Nations
National Honor SocietyPing Pong Club
Play More "P.M" Music ClubSaber Pack
Scholastic BowlScience Olympiad
Spanish Honors Society


Arts and Music Programs:
Adoration ChoirDrama Department
MadrigalsSound Tech Team

School Notes

  • Mission Statement: The High School of Saint Thomas More exists to assist parents in forming students spiritually, morally, intellectually and physically in a Christ-centered atmosphere of love, respect and reverence consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, sending them forth to fulfill their baptismal call as His disciples in the world.
  • The High School of Saint Thomas More is a community of students, administrators, faculty, staff and families who are committed to teaching the Catholic Faith and providing a strong program of education and formation which reflects the best of those current educational principles and practices consistent with the Teaching Magisterium of the Catholic Church. The High School of Saint Thomas More is committed to the development of its students spiritually, morally, intellectually, and physically in an atmosphere of respect and reverence that will enable them to fulfill their Baptismal Call to witness to Jesus Christ in the modern world.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are The High School Of Saint Thomas More often compared to?
The High School Of Saint Thomas More is often viewed alongside schools like Judah Christian School by visitors of our site.
What sports does The High School Of Saint Thomas More offer?
The High School Of Saint Thomas More offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. The High School Of Saint Thomas More is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
What is The High School Of Saint Thomas More's ranking?
The High School Of Saint Thomas More ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for The High School Of Saint Thomas More?
The application deadline for The High School Of Saint Thomas More is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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