In keeping with the mission of St. Mary’s, the Upper School strives to provide a superior educational experience for our girls while encouraging and enabling each girl to reach her individual potential. Our dedicated faculty recognizes and respects the unique ways in which girls learn best, teaching an academically rigorous curriculum while simultaneously going beyond the classroom walls to provide “real life” experiences. As they become lifelong learners, the students are encouraged to think critically, creatively, and independently.

The Upper School consists of 243 young women who are fully engaged in an atmosphere that values intellectual curiosity, spiritual growth, honor, trust, and a respect for diversity. There are thirty-six different club and organizational offerings for a variety of individual interests, which allow our students to become fully engaged in opportunities outside the classroom.  Additionally, we offer thirteen varsity athletic teams, as well as numerous musical, art, and theater possibilities.

As a result of the extensive academic, athletic, artistic, musical, and community-service opportunities that are available, our students become confident leaders who have a positive influence on their community.

Patricia P. Ray, Ed.D. ‘65

Upper School Head