About the School
- Welcome to St. Mary's High School website.
- At St. Mary's we are building a brighter future.
- St. Mary's is located approximately one-half mile north of the Historic Independence Square.
- Founded in 1853, we are a coeducational, college preparatory, Diocesan high school accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
115 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 21%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
14 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic TeamEnvirothon
ForensicsFuture Business Leaders of America
Liturgy ClubNational Honor Society
Science ClubSpanish Club
Spirit ClubStudent Ambassadors
Student CouncilTrojan Chorale
YearbookYouth L.E.A.D.
School Notes
- Mission Statement
- St. Mary's High School is a Catholic Diocesan secondary school dedicated to the education and development of young men and women. The school reflects this by its mission to provide a sound Catholic formation under the auspices of the Roman Catholic Church. It also strives to develop the unique potential of its student body through an extensive curriculum, instructional excellence, global awareness, service and extra-curricular programs. St. Mary's High School seeks to empower its students with the responsibility, awareness and education to become leaders and active participants in today's world and Church.
- Location
- Eastern Jackson County, one block west of Noland Road and two blocks south of 24 Highway
- School
- Diocesan (Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph); Secondary, coed, college preparatory school
- Faculty
- 21 Faculty and Administrators
- 50% hold advanced degrees
- 5 faculty members have taught at SMH for over 15 years
- 5 faculty members are alumni
- Accreditation
- Fully credited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and the National Catholic Education Association
- Graduation Requirements
- 26 credits and 60 hours of Christian service
- Religion- 4 credits
- English- 4 credits
- Social Studies- 4 credits
- Mathematics- 3 credits
- Science- 3 credits
- Physical Education- 1 credit
- Health- 1/2 credit
- Fine Art- 1 credit
- Foreign Language- 2 credits
- Electives- 2 1/2 credits
- St. Mary's offers honor classes, advanced placement classes, and college credit may be earned through Avila University and the Math/Physics Academy sponsored by UMKC.
- Tuition
- $4,500 (Does not reflect the cost of books, fees, and uniform)
- Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Available to students registered at St. Mary's
- Catholicity
- St. Mary's High School welcomes students of all faiths. Our student body is 80% Catholic and 20% non-Catholic.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Marys High School Bundschu Memorial cost?
St. Marys High School Bundschu Memorial's tuition is approximately $4,500 for private students.
What sports does St. Marys High School Bundschu Memorial offer?
St. Marys High School Bundschu Memorial offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
When is the application deadline for St. Marys High School Bundschu Memorial?
The application deadline for St. Marys High School Bundschu Memorial is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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