ST MARIES HIGH SCHOOL

ST MARIES HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the ST MARIES JOINT DISTRICT school district, located in ST MARIES, ID with about 290 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, ST MARIES HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

St. Maries High School, located at 424 Hells Gulch Road in St. Maries, Idaho, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the local community in Benewah County. Situated in a rural, scenic region of the Idaho Panhandle, the school operates as a central hub for student development, offering a traditional high school curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school emphasizes a close-knit environment where students can engage in a variety of academic subjects, extracurricular activities, and athletic programs that reflect the spirit of a smaller community.

As a focal point of the St. Maries Joint School District No. 41, the high school focuses on fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that prioritizes student achievement and community engagement. Beyond the standard core subjects, the institution aims to provide opportunities for personal growth through its various clubs and sports teams. By leveraging its location in the heart of the St. Joe River valley, the school maintains strong ties to its surrounding community, striving to equip its graduates with the skills and values necessary to succeed in a changing world.

For more information, contact ST MARIES HIGH SCHOOL at (208) 245-2142 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.