POINTS OF DISTINCTION
CLASS OF 2026
ACCEPTANCES & MATRICULATIONS Abilene Christian University American University Arcadia University Arizona State University (Tempe) Auburn University* Austin College Barry University Baylor University* Belmont University Boston College* Boston University (4)* Brown University* Butler University Case Western Reserve University Catholic University of America Champlain College* Chapman University* Claremont McKenna College Clark University Clemson University* College of Charleston* College of the Holy Cross Colorado School of Mines Colorado State University (Fort Collins) Cornell University DePaul University Drake University Drexel University Duquesne University Eckerd College Elon University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Daytona Beach) Emerson College* Emory & Henry University Emory University* Florida Atlantic University Florida Institute of Technology Florida International University Florida State University* Fordham University Furman University George Mason University George Washington University Georgetown University* Gonzaga University Hampden-Sydney College Hardin-Simmons University Harvard University* Houston Christian University Indiana University (Bloomington) Ithaca College Johns Hopkins University* Lipscomb University Louisiana State University
Loyola Marymount University Loyola University Chicago McMurry University Miami University (Oxford) Michigan State University Mount Saint Mary College New Jersey Institute of Technology New York University* North Carolina State University Northeast Lakeview College Northeastern University* Northern Michigan University Northwestern University Oberlin College Occidental College* Oklahoma State University (Oklahoma City) Penn State University (University Park)* Pepperdine University* Princeton University Purdue University (Main Campus)* Queens University of Charlotte Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rice University Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Saint Joseph’s University Sam Houston State University Santa Clara University Sarah Lawrence College Savannah College of Art and Design Schreiner University Sewanee: The University of the South* Siena University Southern Methodist University (3)* Southwestern University St Mary’s University St. Edward’s University Stanford University* Stephen F Austin State University Stony Brook University* Syracuse University (2)* Tarleton State University Temple University Texas A&M University (3)* Texas A&M University (Corpus Christi) Texas A&M University at Galveston Texas Christian University (2)* Texas State University Texas Tech University (2)*
(* Denotes Matriculations)
The American University of Paris The Ohio State University The University of Alabama The University of Tennessee (Knoxville) The University of Texas at Arlington The University of Texas at Austin* The University of Texas at Dallas The University of Texas at San Antonio (2)* The University of Texas at Tyler Trinity College Trinity University* Tulane University of Louisiana (2)* University of Arizona University of Arkansas* University of Calgary University of California (Berkeley)* University of California (Davis) University of California (Irvine) University of California (Los Angeles)* University of California (Riverside) University of California (San Diego) University of California (Santa Barbara) University of California (Santa Cruz) University of Colorado (Colorado Springs) University of Colorado Boulder (3)* University of Connecticut University of Delaware University of Georgia University of Houston University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign* University of Kansas University of Kentucky University of Mary Hardin (Baylor)* University of Massachusetts (Amherst) University of Miami* University of Michigan University of Mississippi University of Missouri (Columbia) University of Missouri (Kansas City) University of New Hampshire (Main Campus)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University of North Carolina at Charlotte University of North Carolina Wilmington University of North Texas University of Notre Dame (3)* University of Oklahoma University of Oregon University of Pennsylvania* University of Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh) University of Richmond University of Rochester University of San Diego University of South Carolina University of Southern California* University of the Incarnate Word* University of Utah University of Virginia (Main Campus) University of Wyoming Villanova University Virginia Commonwealth University Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Wake Forest University Washington University in St. Louis Williams College Worcester Polytechnic Institute Yale University
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2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
WHO WE ARE AT A GLANCE
837
ENROLLMENT
160 328
NEW STUDENTS
LOWER SCHOOL
176 333
MIDDLE SCHOOL
UPPER SCHOOL
A Campus for the Curious Founded in 1879 on the principles of knowledge, self-confidence, and respect for others, Saint Mary’s Hall is an independent day school offering students age 3 through Form 12 an exceptional coeducational college preparatory experience. Situated on more than 60 beautiful acres near Salado Creek, Saint Mary’s Hall creates a culture of trust where every student is known—by teachers, each other, and in turn, themselves. With a rich, rigorous curriculum, insightful discourse, and expansive opportunities to explore the world and discover oneself, Saint Mary’s Hall prepares students to grow in character, lead with integrity, thrive in college, and know fulfillment in life.
FINANCIAL AID
$4,813,462 TOTAL AWARDED FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS
30%
STUDENTS AWARDED FINANCIAL AID
47.9%
STUDENTS OF COLOR
FORMATIVE FACULTY
$19,000
AVERAGE AWARD PER QUALIFYING STUDENT
› 91 Master’s degrees among faculty and staff › 9 Doctoral degrees among faculty and staff › 90 full-time teaching faculty
12.9%
UPPER SCHOOL STUDENTS AWARDED MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
› 14 years average teaching experience › 6 years average tenure at Saint Mary’s Hall › 98% working in their field of study
DEMOGRAPHIC DRAW
57 ZIP CODES
ACADEMICS AT SAINT MARY’S HALL AN AGILE, INTEGRATED CURRICULUM From their earliest days on campus, students build the knowledge, skills, confidence, and curiosity that prepare them for increasingly challenging study. Our curriculum is carefully crafted to flow naturally through the Forms and connect across disciplines.
INSPIRED EXPLORERS
EMERGING SCHOLARS
EAGER INTELLECTUALS
LOWER SCHOOL MONTESSORI–FORM 5
MIDDLE SCHOOL FORMS 6-8
UPPER SCHOOL FORMS 9-12
Natural curiosity is nurtured through joyful, hands-on learning that builds strong academic foundations, independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of discovery.
Collaboration, investigation, research, and hands-on learning help students become increasingly independent thinkers while discovering their own interests and strengths.
Advanced courses, independent studies, and distinctive learning opportunities allow students to pursue their passions while preparing for the challenges of college and beyond.
Literacy Explicit instruction builds confident readers, writers, speakers, and thinkers.
Rigorous Core English • Mathematics • Science Social Science • World Language Fine Arts • Total Health
Mathematics Hands-on exploration develops conceptual understanding, number sense, and flexible problem-solving.
DISCOVER Form 6 students rotate through French, Latin, Spanish, and coding before selecting a language pathway for Forms 7 and 8.
46 AP COURSES LEVEL COURSES 13 COLLEGE 39 HONORS COURSES COURSES 3 INTERDISCIPLINARY
Inquiry Science and social studies invite students to ask meaningful questions, investigate, gather evidence, and make connections.
CHOOSE A Fine Arts rotation introduces every Form 6 student to art, theatre, band, and chorale before students choose an area for deeper study.
Beyond the Core Spanish • Art • Music • Drama Technology • Health Physical Education
ADVANCE Multiple mathematics pathways allow students to progress at an appropriate level of challenge, with advanced students able to reach Algebra in Form 7 and Geometry in Form 8.
Astrophysics Students explore the physics of the universe through advanced scientific study and inquiry. College Level Multivariable Calculus Advanced mathematicians continue beyond the traditional calculus sequence into college-level study. College Level Collapse Of Civilizations: An Interdisciplinary Study Of The End Of The World Students draw from multiple disciplines to examine why societies succeed, decline, and sometimes disappear.
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM At Saint Mary’s Hall, learning extends beyond our classroom walls. Beginning in Lower School and expanding through Middle and Upper School, students encounter people, places, cultures, challenges, and ideas that make academic learning tangible and meaningful. Through field experiences, interdisciplinary projects, service, outdoor education, competitions, performances, travel, and global programs, students know themselves, know each other, and know the world in increasingly expansive ways.
EXPERIENTIAL & GLOBAL LEARNING
FINE ARTS
Learning extends beyond classroom walls at every age, giving students opportunities to apply what they know, encounter new perspectives, and connect learning to the world.
The Tobin School of Fine Arts provides students opportunities to develop individual voice, creative expression, technical skill, collaboration, critical thinking, and confidence across visual, media, and performing arts. Fine arts experiences begin in Lower School and continue as a formal academic discipline through Middle and Upper School.
› 110 Off-Campus Learning Opportunities › 27 Overnight Experiences › $60,000 Financial Aid Awarded
2025–2026 FINE ARTS DISTINCTIONS
› Every Student Who Qualifies for Financial Aid Receives Financial Support to Participate in a Global Program
› 4 Scholastic Gold Keys in Writing
› 42 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards › 13 Scholastic Silver Keys in Writing › 3 Scholastic Gold Keys in Visual & Media Arts
LOWER SCHOOL
Nature & Science • Cultural Experiences • Arts Community Engagement • Collaboratory & Makerspace Signature Experiences Camp Champions • Camp Buckner
› 6 Scholastic Silver Keys in Visual & Media Arts › 6 National Speech & Debate Association distinctions › 25 Honorable Mentions
ATHLETICS
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Outdoor Education • Service • History & Culture STEM & Robotics • Fine Arts • Speech & Debate Destinations Iceland, Greece, Italy, Costa Rica, and Alaska
› 2 Senior Athletes Committed to Collegiate Athletics in 2 Sports (volleyball, softball) › 19 Teams in 15 Sports › 103 All-District Honors › 30 All-State Honors › 39 Academic All-State Honors
UPPER SCHOOL
Global Travel • Field Research • Service Academic Competitions • Duke of Edinburgh Interdisciplinary Experiences
› 32 State Championship Qualifiers
› 70 Duke of Edinburgh Award Recipients
› State Championship Qualifiers (cross-country - 17, track &
Destinations Japan, South Africa, Chile, Tanzania, Spain, Morocco, Hawaii, Arizona
› 6 Teams Earned Playoff Spots › 1 Team Advanced to the State Championship Round field - 9, swim - 3, tennis - 3)
› 6 Teams Earned Playoff Spots, with 1 Team (women’s basketball) Advancing to the State Championship Round
ACADEMIC & CHARACTER DISTINCTIONS › 9 National Merit Commended Scholars
› 3 National Merit Finalists
› 2 Eagle Scouts
TO KNOW ONESELF. TO KNOW EACH OTHER. TO KNOW THE WORLD.
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