St. Mary on the Hill Catholic School (SMCS) is the parish school of St. Mary on the Hill Catholic Church.
We welcome families of all faiths. SMCS is accredited by Cognia.
Located in Augusta, Georgia, we serve families from Richmond and Columbia Counties in Georgia and Aiken County in South Carolina.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked GA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,985
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
496 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
47%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms are required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $7,560 to $8,985 for the 2023-2024 school year.
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Debra Ryan
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Boys' Prayer Group, Chess Club, CyberPatriots, Garden Club, Girls' Prayer Group, Junior Beta Club, Model United Nations, TED-Ed Student Talks
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus, Drama
Boys' Prayer Group, Chess Club, CyberPatriots, Garden Club, Girls' Prayer Group, Junior Beta Club, Model United Nations, TED-Ed Student Talks
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus, Drama
School Notes
- The mission of St. Mary on the Hill Catholic School is to provide an outstanding Catholic education where we strive to embrace our calling as Christian disciples and reach our full potential in a rigorous spiritual and academic environment.
- Our students are challenged to think critically, problem solve, and excel in their subject areas.
- Through Project-Based Learning (PBL), STEM/STEAM, and other research-based teaching methods, we tackle real-world issues in meaningful ways.
- Our students have opportunities to excel outside the classroom through extracurricular activities and sports.
- Financial aid is available.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School cost?
St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School's tuition is approximately $8,985 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School offer?
St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School's ranking?
St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School located?
St. Mary On The Hill Catholic School is located in the Summerville neighborhood of Augusta, GA. There are 1 other private schools located in Summerville.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
Our children have grown in their faith and received an outstanding academic education at St. Mary on the Hill Catholic School. The teachers care about the students and motivate them to do their best. Upon graduating from St. Mary's, our son was very prepared for the tough curriculum at Aquinas High School. We anticipate the same success for our daughter when she goes to Aquinas. Thank you St. Mary's for all you do!
5 5/21/2015
Ours is a small, private Catholic school with children who take their education seriously and parents that are involved in the school culture and our children's lives. St. Mary's has state-of-the-art equipment in every classroom and our teachers use it daily. Our teachers are well-educated and participate in continuing education, which, as an educator myself, I appreciate. The "Catholicity" of our school is evident in everything we do, but we have students who are not Catholic who feel just as at home at St. Mary's. I cannot imagine sending my children to any other school in the Augusta area.
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