St. Mary's Episcopal School provides an unparalleled educational experience that challenges and supports each girl as she discovers her unique purpose and reaches her individual potential.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked TN School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mary's Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1847
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
822 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
74%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
21 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB/BC, AP Chemistry, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP French V, AP Human Geography, AP Latin, AP Physics C, AP Spanish V, AP Statistics, AP US Gov/AP Comparative Gov, AP US History
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / rolling
Tuition Notes
St. Mary\'s tuition ranges from $4,400 - $25,425 for girls 2 years old through 12th grade.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$9,000
Admissions Director
Nicole Hernandez
Admissions Associate
Grace Knight
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Founded in 1847, St. Mary`s educates girls age2 through 12th grade. For over 178 years, St. Mary's hasprovided girls in Memphis withthe finest education possible. We are one of only nine Episcopal girls` schools in the country and are a community of individuals from different neighborhoods, ethnic backgrounds, and faiths who respect one another's differences and honorour shared values. We invite you to see for yourself why you belong at St. Mary's.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Mary's Episcopal School offer?
St. Mary's Episcopal School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Riflery, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Mary's Episcopal School's ranking?
St. Mary's Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary's Episcopal School?
The application deadline for St. Mary's Episcopal School is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is St. Mary's Episcopal School located?
St. Mary's Episcopal School is located in the East Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 7 other private schools located in East Memphis.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
I''ve lived in Memphis for over ten years now, and I had the opportunity to attend two other private schools in the Memphis area. While they were important and a major factor in building my character, I didn't feel like I was being properly prepared for college. I was not a star pupil no matter how hard I worked, and my classmates at other schools didn't feel that same drive to dedicate themselves to their studies. By no means were they unintelligent, but it was the simple fact that I thirsted for more knowledge while they were more interested in doing what they had to to get to the next grade level. I knew I needed to be surrounded by people who shared the same goals as I did, and still do. Since coming to St. Mary's, I can confidently say that I have never once regretted my decision to attend this school. After only two years at St. Mary's, I have a feeling that college will actually be easier. My teachers push me to be the absolute best I can be, and they encourage me in every possible aspect - both academically and personally.
Athletics at St. Mary's are great. This is my second year on a varsity team, and I love it. St. Mary's girls share a special bond because we all undergo the same rigorous courses at school, and that only strengthens when we''re spending time together at games. The best part I think about this school is that the girls I have befriended encourage me in my studies and they honestly feel like family to me. I grew up with two older brothers and no sisters, and all of a sudden I now have sixty sisters to share dreams, ideas, and clothes (<-- this is actually the best part). In complete honesty, I feel like I belong here. That's something every person in the world wants to feel at some point in their life, and I''m lucky enough to feel this every day.
5 4/9/2012
St. Mary's is by far the best school for girls in Memphis- From rich extra-curriculars to second-to-none academic program St. Mary's is one of the finest schools in the south. Since they were little girls, our daughters have been well served and are very happy and proud to say they attend St. Mary's. We are thoroughly pleased and it is worth the sacrifices we make for tuition. Sports are very important to our family and our girls have had great coaching and lots of successes on and off the courts!
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