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#165 of 225 private schools in AZ
St Mary's Catholic High School
High School
2525 N 3RD ST, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#165 of 225
In Phoenix
#34 of 44
public schools
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About St Mary's Catholic High School
St Mary's Catholic High School is a private high school in Phoenix, AZ. St Mary's Catholic High School serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #165 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Mary's Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Mary's Catholic High School compares to 146 public schools serving similar grades in Phoenix, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic High School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Arizona Virtual Academy | 5.8 |
| Pathways in Education | 5.7 |
| North High School | 5.4 |
| Kaizen Education Foundation dba Summit High School | 3.8 |
| Genesis Academy | 7.0 |
| Arizona School For The Arts | 7.1 |
| Metropolitan Arts Institute | 6.5 |
| BASIS Phoenix Central Primary | 6.9 |
| Phoenix College Preparatory Academy | 8.3 |
| Phoenix Union Bioscience High School | 9.0 |
| ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School | 7.9 |
| City View High School | 5.5 |
| Franklin Police and Fire High School | 6.9 |
| Arizona Autism Charter - Online High School | 6.1 |
| Arizona Autism Charter School Upper School Campus | 5.7 |
| Phoenix Coding Academy | 8.5 |
| PXU City | — |
| Central High School | 5.8 |
| Metro Tech High School | 6.6 |
| Linda Abril Educational Academy | 4.6 |
Showing 20 of 146 schools. View all schools in Phoenix
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2525 N 3RD ST, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Phoenix Union Bioscience High School (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Phoenix College Preparatory Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,250
Median Home Value
$365,500
Median Rent
$1,759/mo
Population
11,178
College Educated
59.4%
Homeownership
23.6%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
28.1
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| SAN MIGUEL HIGH SCHOOL Tucson, AZ | 5.5 |
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| River Valley High School Mohave Valley, AZ | 5.7 |
| YUMA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Yuma, AZ | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary's Catholic High School
What grades does St Mary's Catholic High School serve?
St Mary's Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Mary's Catholic High School?
St Mary's Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic High School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary's Catholic High School rank in AZ?
St Mary's Catholic High School ranks #165 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is St Mary's Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary's Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary's Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, St Mary's Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Mary's Catholic High School a religious school?
St Mary's Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 487
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (602) 251-2503
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