St. Marys High School Photo #8 - St. Mary's academic logo

St. Marys High School

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St. Marys High School Photo #1 - Visual and performing arts, a Theater Company in the Mass. Educational Theater Guild and partnerships with Lynn Museum and Centerboard let our students express their creativity.
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St. Marys High School Photo #1 - Visual and performing arts, a Theater Company in the Mass. Educational Theater Guild and partnerships with Lynn Museum and Centerboard let our students express their creativity.
St. Marys High School Photo #2 - As part of our commitment to 21st-century learning, our Digital Citizenship and 1:1 iPad initiative encourages our students to have access to information and knowledge anytime, anywhere.
St. Marys High School Photo #3 - The Marian Division curriculum was greatly enhanced this year with the addition of a STEM??Science Technology Engineering Math??class. All seventh- and eighth-graders are taking one semester of Project Lead the Way, in addition to their regular math and science classes. The seventh-graders work on 3D mechanical design using CAD software, while the eighth-graders study automation and robotics.
St. Marys High School Photo #4 - St. Mary's Scholars are part of an honors program that recognizes incoming students for exceptional academic achievement and provides enrichment opportunities throughout their time at St. Mary?'s.
St. Marys High School Photo #5 - Rigorous academics, the 1:1 iPad initiative and STEM programs in and out of the classroom prepare our students to achieve their preferred option for college.
St. Marys High School Photo #6 - Opportunities to play 21 sports in the Catholic Central League, 19 state titles since 1988 and winning varsity records help our students become champions on the field, court and ice.
St. Marys High School Photo #7 - St. Mary's Lady's Spartans are the 2014 MIAA Div. III girls basketball champions!
St. Marys High School Photo #8 - St. Mary's is located in historic downtown Lynn: the largest city in Essex County, an urban manufacturing and commercial center, densely populated and culturally diverse. We are proud to partner with many Lynn and Greater Boston community and arts organizations in providing tremendous value to our students. We host annual dinners in appreciation of our Lynn firefighters and police officers!
St. Marys High School Photo #9 - St. Mary's academic logo
St. Marys High School Photo #10 - St. Mary's Spartans athletic logo
St. Mary's is a Catholic, college-preparatory school developing students in grades 6-12 from more than 30 communities on Boston's North Shore. Shaping authentic men and women of talent and faith.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 517 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Marys High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1881

Student Body

Total Students
517 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
St. Marys High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Computer Science, AP English Composition, AP English Literature, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP U.S. Government & Politics, AP U.S. History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants and navy St. Mary

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Ambassadors, College Bowl, FIRST Robotics, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Rachel's Challenge, Science League, Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus, Dance Team, Theater Company

School Notes

Shaping authentic men and women of talent and faith. St. Mary's strives to form leaders who love God, work hard and are compassionate toward others. We enable our students to develop their intellectual, moral and physical talents to acquire a more perfect sense of individual responsibility, a correct use of freedom and a capacity for productive participation in society.

Our pillars for success:
  • CATHOLIC We provide faith-based education that promotes the values of community and service to others
  • EXCELLENCE We offer a quality college-preparatory education in a learning environment where students are held to rigorous academic standards
  • INTEGRITY We encourage students to participate in extracurricular activities to develop leadership, perseverance and collaborative excellence
  • RESPECT Our faculty recognizes the individuality of each student and work together to fully prepare students for future endeavors
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Marys High School offer?
St. Marys High School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Winter Track. St. Marys High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for most sports offered.
What is St. Marys High School's ranking?
St. Marys High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Marys High School?
The application deadline for St. Marys High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 517 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Essex County, MA is $26,714 for elementary schools and $44,822 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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