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St. Mary's Catholic High School

2525 N 3rd St Phoenix, AZ 85004
Tel: (602) 251-2503 Ext. 2513

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked AZ School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 487 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 25 / Mar. 25 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked AZ School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 487 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 25 / Mar. 25 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Mary's Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1917
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Motto
Pro Deo et Patria

Student Body

Total Students
487 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
89%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
55%
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
List of Courses Offered
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
Jan. 25 / Mar. 25 / rolling
Tuition Notes
2025-2026 school year - $18,500 for non-registered Catholic families; $14,500 for registered Catholic families
% on Financial Aid
80%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Pivonka
Admissions Associate
Sabrina Rideau
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Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Pro-Life ClubRobotics Team
Service Clubs


Arts and Music Programs:
Band and ChoirDance Team
Drama/TheaterGuitar

School Notes

  • The mission of Saint Mary's Catholic High School is to provide a liberal arts education that forms virtuous young men and women to know the truth and love the good.
  • Saint Mary's High School is a Roman Catholic, diocesan, coeducational high school serving the greater Phoenix area.
  • It is a multicultural, centrally located school that offers a traditional academic curriculum with a primary emphasis on college preparation. As a Catholic school, Saint Mary's has the unique privilege and responsibility of providing spiritual resources for the school community.
  • We believe that by promoting moral values, fostering lifelong service, instilling knowledge of the truths of the Catholic faith, and integrating that faith with all that is taught and experienced at Saint Mary's, students are provided with a solid foundation on which to live out their faith in our world. Additionally, we strive to provide an environment in which students can become contributing members of their faith communities.
  • We strive to leave lasting impressions of the values of honesty, decency, and integrity with our students.
  • Because each student must be able to make informed decisions and to live according to Christian principals, we encourage self-discipline, self-respect, respect for others, and growth in learning so that students will be able to deal with everyday issues.
  • The mission of Saint Mary's Catholic High School is to provide a liberal arts education that forms virtuous young men and women to know the truth and love the good. Saint Mary's High School is a Roman Catholic, diocesan, coeducational high school serving the greater Phoenix area. It is a multicultural, centrally located school that offers a traditional academic curriculum with a primary emphasis on college preparation. As a Catholic school, Saint Mary's has the unique privilege and responsibility of providing spiritual resources for the school community. We believe that by promoting moral values, fostering lifelong service, instilling knowledge of the truths of the Catholic faith, and integrating that faith with all that is taught and experienced at Saint Mary's, students are provided with a solid foundation on which to live out their faith in our world. Additionally, we strive to provide an environment in which students can become contributing members of their faith communities. We strive to leave lasting impressions of the values of honesty, decency, and integrity with our students. Because each student must be able to make informed decisions and to live according to Christian principals, we encourage self-discipline, self-respect, respect for others, and growth in learning so that students will be able to deal with everyday issues.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Mary's Catholic High School offer?
St. Mary's Catholic High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. St. Mary's Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for most sports offered.
What is St. Mary's Catholic High School's ranking?
St. Mary's Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Mary's Catholic High School?
The application deadline for St. Mary's Catholic High School is Jan. 25 / Mar. 25 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 25 / Mar. 25 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is St. Mary's Catholic High School located?
St. Mary's Catholic High School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 5 other private schools located in Midtown.

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