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Academic Curriculum

that prepares students for college and beyond

Our holistic college preparatory, faith-based education is tailored to our students’ needs and ambitions. SMR students receive a rigorous college preparatory, honors and Advanced Placement curriculum in a values-based environment.

Our faculty is committed to being accessible to students and parents, and has a genuine interest in the students’ success. Tutors and mentors are available in all subjects.

Freshmen carry a full roster of seven classes. Each day has four class periods, on a rotational schedule. The rotating schedule varies the routine for students, which sets them up for success in the classroom. It also ensures that early athletic dismissals will not have an adverse impact on student schedules. 

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St. Mary’s Ryken has earned the College Board’s highest recognition for outstanding faculty and student performance in the Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Roll. 

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Project Lead the Way Distinguished School 2024-25

St. Mary’s Ryken was named a PLTW 2024-25 Distinguished School for their commitment to increasing student access, engagement, and achievement in their PLTW Computer Science, Biomedical Science and Engineering Programs.

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AP Courses

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Scholars Program

The St. Mary’s Ryken Scholars Program offers accelerated curriculum concentrations to our students who want a more rigorous and advanced course of study. 

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Flight Academy Program

Students can obtain their Private Pilot’s or Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operator’s knowledge certification by their junior or senior year.

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Flight Academy Program at St. Mary's Ryken

Internships

SMR seniors enhance career readiness through hands-on, structured internships — on campus or with community partners.

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St. Mary's Ryken Senior Internship students at the Naval Test Pilot School

STEM Classes

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Arts

The Fine Arts Department offers a host of visual and performing arts classes taught by faculty who are accomplished, practicing professionals in their field.

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News & Events

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honors courses

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AP Courses

11:1

student-to-faculty ratio

20

average class size

Dean of Academics Staff

Jason DeLucco

Jason DeLucco

Dean of Academics, Psychology Teacher
April Sage

April Sage

Academic Assistant

Honor Societies

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Tri-M Music Honor Society logo
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Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society logo
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