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Ss Peter & Paul High School

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Saints Peter & Paul High School is a welcoming, Catholic college preparatory school located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
The quality of our dedicated faculty and small class size makes for a learning environment that challenges all of our students, encourages participation in a student life program with over 35 athletic teams and clubs, and promotes a faith-centered sense of service and leadership.At Saints Peter & Paul, students are empowered with the strength of character, ethics, conviction, and knowledge necessary to cope with and exert influence upon our dynamic world.
By creating a diverse and demanding program of academics, student life opportunities, and spiritual formation, we encourage our students to take active ownership in learning, to accept the challenge of personal and social responsibility, and to strive for excellence in all things.
For more information about Saints Peter & Paul High School or to arrange for a tour of our school, please call (410) 822-2275.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 185 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $16,695
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Ss Peter & Paul High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences; IEPs; Accommodation Plans
Year Founded
1958

Student Body

Total Students
185 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade
Ss Peter & Paul High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
63%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP 2-D Art & Design, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Drawing, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature, AP European History, AP Latin, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP U.S. Government and Politics, AP U.S. History
Average SAT score
1147
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Multiple student discount $250 for 2nd and subsequent students
% on Financial Aid
28%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,852
Admissions Director
James Nemeth
Admissions Associate
Kevin Callahan

Sports

School Notes

  • MISSION STATEMENT
  • Saints Peter & Paul Catholic High School endeavors to graduate students who are strong in mind, body, and spirit and who can think critically, creatively, and globally in a faith-based environment where they join with faculty in a quest for wisdom, knowledge, and grace before God and their fellow human beings.
  • ACADEMIC PROGRAM
  • The course of study is exclusively college preparatory. A tracking system for ability is used, consisting of four levels: Foundations, Academic, Honors, and Advanced Placement. Advanced Placement courses are offered in English Composition & Literature, English Language & Composition, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, United States Government & Politics, United States History, Biology, European History, AP 2D Art & Design, AP Drawing, AP 3D Art & Design, and Chemistry.
  • ACCREDITATION & MEMBERSHIPS
  • The school is accredited or recognized by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, The College Board, and by the Maryland State Department of Education and holds membership in the National Catholic Education Association and the National Association of Independent Schools.
  • COLLEGE ATTENDANCE
  • Saints Peter & Paul High School graduates go on to attend outstanding colleges and universities, including,

  • Wake Forest University
  • University of Pittsburgh
  • Duke University
  • Catholic University
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Brown University
  • Dartmouth College
  • Vanderbilt University
  • Villanova University
  • George Washington University
  • Ohio University
  • University of Alabama
  • Xavier University
  • United States Naval Academy
  • Georgetown University
  • San Diego State University
  • Based on an average of the last five graduating classes, 43 graduates have been accepted to over 95 colleges and universities in 23 states, earning an average of $5,913,319 in scholarships and grants. That is an average of $136,252 per graduate!
  • STUDENT LIFE & ATHLETICS
  • Saints Peter & Paul High School offers a diverse array of student programs, athletic, and leadership opportunities at the high school. The Athletic Department provides 15 sports with over 90% of our students participating, including Soccer, Basketball, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Swimming, Golf, Tennis, Baseball, Cross Country, Sailing and Ice Hockey. Clubs and activities include Performing Arts, International Club, Key Club, Respect Life Club, Student Government, Philosophy, Eco-Discovery, Poetry Club, Robotics, and ACE Engineering.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Ss Peter & Paul High School cost?
Ss Peter & Paul High School's tuition is approximately $16,695 for private students.
What schools are Ss Peter & Paul High School often compared to?
Ss Peter & Paul High School is often viewed alongside schools like Chesapeake Christian School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Ss Peter & Paul High School offer?
Ss Peter & Paul High School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball. Ss Peter & Paul High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Ss Peter & Paul High School?
The application deadline for Ss Peter & Paul High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 185 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $16,695
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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