St. Mary's Academy

St. Mary's is a wonderful place for young girls. My daughter is starting her 2nd year and is having a ball. As an entering freshaman coming from a public school, she made the adjustment well. All the girls are able to be involed in all sorts of activities, they don't just pick the same "favorites ones" all the time like some schools do. The teachersand coaches were very supportive! they helped my child whenever she needed it.. The campus is clean and very safe. The principal is doing a good job. She will NOT tolerate bad behavier and foolishness for the sake of money. If you don't want to obey the rules, you can leave and do what you like somewhere else. These girls are here to learn and get into college, and the staff is here to help make that happen. GO BELLES
--Submitted by a parent

It offers a great education to young women.

It's okay, but on the social level not too many people are very friendly. Im a senior there and im so relieved I have found a friendthere. But it took four years for someone to accept me.Cliches are formed the second you moved there, so its hard to get along with everybody and make new friends. It's a very small school. Its a good thing they reenforce the rules on uniform but they go beyond. Shouldnt they focuse more on studies then wearing a tie properly? They dont have enough curricular activites. They have clubs but they dont have lots of them for others to join. On Academic Level, its okay they will make you move to certain classes if the class gets too full. Needs better teachersThe cafeteria is not to hot.They burnt the brownies and when they cook other things is not cook properly. So bring your own food!
--Submitted by a student

My daughter just started in September of '08 and already we are extremely satisfied. She has never been happier. So far so good...
--Submitted by a parent

Some great students, and wonderful faculty (with the possible exception of some of the administration who seem less than open to parental/teacher input). The athletics are getting better every year, and the core subjects are scoring very high on IOWA tests. More emphasis could be place on the arts but overall a great place.
--Submitted by a teacher

St. mary's provides students with many things that you wouldn't in a public school. The lack of boys and uniform policy helps a lot because we are more focused on our work. The principal is whatever but other than that the school is great!!!
--Submitted by a student

Great teachers, lousy principal.
--Submitted by a parent

I am the proud parent of a St. Mary's Academy Blue Tie. There are not enough words to describe how pleases I am with principle,teachers, administrative support staff, the parents and other students. This school not only has a very strong, well rounded academic program but a wonderful balance with extra curricular activities and parent involvement. The children are also taught the importance of volunteerism, cultural sensitivity and respect for self and others. They have a 98-99% college entrance rate and academic excellence is the standard. My daughter attended from 9th-12 grade and continued to college and graduated a double major at a four year university. I intend to include Saint Mary's as one of the organizations I donate and provide service for forever. Our daughters deserve the best and St. Mary's is one of the absolute best. Akilah McRoy
--Submitted by a parent

St. Mary's Academy is one of the best schools around. Girls are empowered and inspired at the school. The academics are extremely high and teachers are setting hig standards for these young women. I highly reccommend this school for any girl who is looking for a bright future.
--Submitted by a parent

Excellent academics. Teachers stressed the importance of learning. Counselors could be better informed on college bound issues and requirements.
--Submitted by a former student