Founded in 1858, Shattuck-St. Mary's School is one of the oldest college preparatory schools in the Midwest.
Shattuck-St. Mary's School is a co-educational college preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 6 through 12 and post-graduate students.
With our innovative curriculum that includes our ScholarShift program, weCreate Center, and nine Centers of Excellence, and with the finest teachers, mentors and coaches, our school has so much to offer students as they prepare for-and build-their own exceptional futures.
Nine Centers of Excellence including: Engineering, BioScience, Vocal Performance, The Major, Pre-Conservatory, Figure Skating, Golf, Hockey, and Soccer.
Located in Faribault, Minnesota 45 minutes south of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul and the MSP International Airport. Our 250-acre (101 hectare) campus serves students from across the United States and around the world.
In addition to a solid foundation of challenging academics, we offer opportunities for students to discover new passions and talents through our ScholarShift program.
Interested in learning more? Visit our website to submit an inquiry and hear from our admissions team!
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: (Boarding) 6-12, PG
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $62,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $42,000
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Shattuck-St. Mary's School ranks among the top 10 schools with 200-400 students (out of 99 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1858
1907
Campus Size
250 acres
130 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
399 students
310 students
% Students of Color
33%
25%
% International Students
23%
20%
% Students Boarding
80%
67%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
17
17
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
71%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$62,000
(Domestic (US & Canada) Boarding Student Tuition)
(Domestic (US & Canada) Boarding Student Tuition)
$64,000
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$42,000
(Domestic (US & Canada) Day Student Tuition)
(Domestic (US & Canada) Day Student Tuition)
$35,000
Tuition international students
$73,000
$55,200
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Acceptance Rate
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Director of Admissions
Andrew Garlinski
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
17
17
Courses
Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, French Language, Latin, Microeconomics, Physics C, Psychology, Spanish Language, Statistics, Studio Art, United States Government and Politics
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
10
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
25
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Affinity Groups, Arch Dance Company, BioScience Center of Excellence, EDPA (Empowering Differences Promoting Awareness), Engineering Center of Excellence, Figure Skating Center of Excellence, Gold Key Club, Golf Center of Excellence, Hockey Center of Excellence, Players Theatre Troupe, Quiz Bowl, Soccer Center of Excellence, Student Government, The Major Center of Excellence, The Spectator (student newspaper), Wooden Soldiers, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Chamber Orchestra, Middle & Upper School Choirs, Pre-Conservatory Center of Excellence, Theater Arts, Visual Arts (painting, drawing, ceramics, photography), Vocal Performance Center of Excellence, weCreate (makerspace with various studios), Wind Ensemble
Affinity Groups, Arch Dance Company, BioScience Center of Excellence, EDPA (Empowering Differences Promoting Awareness), Engineering Center of Excellence, Figure Skating Center of Excellence, Gold Key Club, Golf Center of Excellence, Hockey Center of Excellence, Players Theatre Troupe, Quiz Bowl, Soccer Center of Excellence, Student Government, The Major Center of Excellence, The Spectator (student newspaper), Wooden Soldiers, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Chamber Orchestra, Middle & Upper School Choirs, Pre-Conservatory Center of Excellence, Theater Arts, Visual Arts (painting, drawing, ceramics, photography), Vocal Performance Center of Excellence, weCreate (makerspace with various studios), Wind Ensemble
College Matriculation
Year: 2008 - 2012
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
17
University of Wisconsin - Madison
13
Boston College
8
University of Illinois - Urbana/Champaign
8
University of Washington
8
University of Rochester (NY)
7
University of St. Thomas (MN)
7
Boston University (MA)
6
Pennsylvania State University
6
University of Minnesota - Duluth
6
School Notes
- For students interested in one of our specific Centers of Excellence or interested in General Enrollment, please explore our website and submit an inquiry at https://www.s-sm.org/admissions. For those looking for more informaiton, please review and submit a request for more information.
- Shattuck-St. Mary's School accreditations: NAIS, ISACS, NAES
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Shattuck-St. Mary's School cost?
Shattuck-St. Mary's School's tuition is approximately $62,000 for boarding students and $42,000 for day students.
What sports does Shattuck-St. Mary's School offer?
Shattuck-St. Mary's School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance, Figure Skating, Golf, Ice Hockey, Intramural Sports Only, Soccer, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.
What is Shattuck-St. Mary's School's ranking?
Shattuck-St. Mary's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small average class sizes.
When is the application deadline for Shattuck-St. Mary's School?
The application deadline for Shattuck-St. Mary's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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I had initially looked into SSM because of the school's ability to combine their strong athletic programs with challenging academics courses. After my first visit to campus, I was in awe of the environment and. . .
The Shattuck-St. Mary's School experience was unique in that the class sizes and pedagogy allowed students to discover how we each learn best as individuals, and then are empowered to grow our individual academic skills. . .
The underclassmen 6th-9th graders lived at the middle school (very convenient for class) and we were required to do volunteer work throughout the summer. . .
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