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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall B
Matriculation B-
Academics B+
Extracurriculars A+
Geo & Community A-
Reviews B
Academic Excellence. Strength in Spirit. Leaders in the Community. Discover the Difference! SMR is private school committed to providing a highly competitive yetaffordable college preparatory education to students in the southern Maryland area.
Located in the heart of Leonardtown, Maryland, SMR is approximately 55 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. The 87-acre, waterfront and wireless campus overlooks Breton Bay and consists of six buildings and 26 varsity teams.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$22,600
Enrollment
680
International Students
2.5%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
65%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:15
AP
30
Average SAT Score
1245
Average ACT Score
25.9
Class Size
20

Matriculation

College Matriculation

(2025)
Ranking University/College Students
#6 University of Chicago 1 +
#19 University of Notre Dame 1 +
#22 University of California: Berkeley 1 +
#28 University of California: Santa Barbara 1 +
#28 University of Florida 1 +
#28 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1 +
LAC #6 United States Naval Academy 1 +
#38 University of California: Davis 1 +
#47 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1 +

Academics

AP Scores

(2025)
Number of students who took AP tests
285
Number of tests taken
591
70%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

AP Courses

(30)
French Language and Culture
Latin
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
French Language and Culture
Latin
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Physics C: Mechanics
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
Precalculus
Statistics
Human Geography
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Psychology
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Art History
Music Theory
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: Drawing
Research
Seminar
African American Studies
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Sports

(20)
Athletics
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Dance
Athletics
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Dance
Field Hockey
Flag Football
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Sailing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(99)
Algebra Boost
Anthropology Club
AP Modern World History MCQ and SAQ Study Group
Asian American Alliance
Baseball Talk
Basketball
Algebra Boost
Anthropology Club
AP Modern World History MCQ and SAQ Study Group
Asian American Alliance
Baseball Talk
Basketball
Best Buddies
Bible Study
Board Games
Bocce
Book Club
Boys Basketball Team
BSU Board Members
Cards
Cards & Games
Caritas
Caritas Give Week
Caritas Leaders
Choir Study Group
College Application Support
College Search for Juniors
College Search and Support Group Grades 9-11
Coloring Club
Competitive Debate
Computing and Engineering Honor Society
Crochet Club
Dance for Everyone
Dance: The GOATS
Digital Games
Dodgeball
Dominos
Drop Everything and Read!
English Honor Society
Envirothon
FCA
Flying Club
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
I'm Creative and I Know It
Girls Basketball Team
Global Diversity Alliance
Guided Meditation
H Jazz Band
Health Foods Discussion Club
Hispanic American Student Union
History in Pop Music
How to Draw
IgKnight
International Student Support
Jewelry Making
Knight N Gales
Knight Writers
Knights for Life
Latin Honor Society
Let's-A-Go! Nintendo Club
Liturgy of the Hours
Linguistics Club
Little Lifts Club
Mass
Mental Health Awareness
MEPO
Military Interest Club
Mock Trial
Movie Music
Mu Alpha Theta
National Art Honor Society
Nature ID Club
NHS
OCIA
Operation No Starvation
Phase 10
Pickleball
Programming
Psi Alpha
Quiet Reading Club
Reading Club
Rho Kappa National Honor Society
Rubik's Cube
Science National Honor Society
Scholar Development Club
SGR Talk Club
Sociedad Honoria Hispánica
SODA
Spanish Music Appreciation
Spikeball
Sports and Snacks
Stage Guild
Student Council
Study Skills
Sudoku/Wordle
Tri-M
Volleyball
Walking Club
Watercolor Painting Club
Weightlifting Club
Wrestling Appreciation
Writing Club
XBSS
and Yoga/Stretch for Wrestlers.
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Arts

(18)
Band
Choir
Dance
Jazz
Music
Percussion
Band
Choir
Dance
Jazz
Music
Percussion
Production
Stagecraft
Theater
Art History
Ceramics
Drawing
Graphic Design
Painting
Photography
Studio Art
Art
Design
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: 9-12
Rural
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1981
Campus Size: 87 acres
Religious Affiliation: Catholic

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview:
Other Accepted Scores: SLEPIETP
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Frequently Ask Questions about St. Mary's Ryken High School

Tell me a bit about St. Mary's Ryken High School.
St. Mary's Ryken High School is Co-ed private day school located in Maryland, US. It was founded 1981 , and currently has about 680 students, 2.50% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.smrhs.org.
Does St. Mary's Ryken High School have rigorous academic requirements?
St. Mary's Ryken High School is offering 30 AP courses.

St. Mary's Ryken High School also have 65% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do St. Mary's Ryken High School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2025, some students attended University of Chicago, University of Notre Dame, University of California: Berkeley, University of California: Santa Barbara and University of Florida.
What is the application requirement for St. Mary's Ryken High School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, St. Mary's Ryken High School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for St. Mary's Ryken High School?
The day tuition for St. Mary's Ryken High School in 2024 is $22,600 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at Internationalprograms@smrhs.org .
Where is St. Mary's Ryken High School located?
St. Mary's Ryken High School is located in the State of Maryland of USA. The closest major city is Washington, which is about 47 miles away from school. Most families can choose Washington Dulles International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is St. Mary's Ryken High School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, St. Mary's Ryken High School is within top 600 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also St. Mary's Ryken High School has been favorited by 14 users.
How do I complete an application for St. Mary's Ryken High School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about St. Mary's Ryken High School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit St. Mary's Ryken High School’s official site: http://www.smrhs.org or call them at 301-475-2814.
Are there additional schools that are located close to St. Mary's Ryken High School?
Yes, here are few: The Calverton School, The King's Christian Academy and Southern Maryland Christian Academy.

The closest major city is Washington. You can find out more schools near Washington here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for St. Mary's Ryken High School?
The overall rating for St. Mary's Ryken High School is B.

The section ratings of St. Mary's Ryken High School are:
B- for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Washington, D.C., the U.S. capital, is a vibrant city located along the Potomac River, bordered by Maryland and Virginia. Known for its neoclassical monuments and buildings, the city is home to the iconic landmarks of the U.S. government, including the Capitol, White House, and Supreme Court. Washington also boasts renowned museums like the Smithsonian and cultural venues such as the Kennedy Center. As the nation’s political and cultural hub, it attracts millions of visitors each year to experience its rich history and diverse attractions.

Population (2022) 591,833
Cost of Living Higher than average 39%

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