Memorial High School is a public high school in St. Marys, Ohio. It is the only high school in the St. Marys City School District. Memorial High School was designated "Excellent" by the Ohio Department of Education in the 2007-2008 ODE report card. The nickname of their athletic teams is the Roughriders.
Serving 669 students in grades 9-12, St. Marys Memorial High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St Marys Memorial High School serves the entire district of Saint Marys, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 81.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Marys Memorial High School's student population of 669 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
669 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1912
Colors
Blue, Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Marys Memorial High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Marys Memorial High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1295 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rocky
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Marys Memorial High School's ranking?
St. Marys Memorial High School is ranked #1295 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are St. Marys Memorial High School often compared to?
St. Marys Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Bremen High School, Wapakoneta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Marys Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of St. Marys Memorial High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend St. Marys Memorial High School?
669 students attend St. Marys Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of St. Marys Memorial High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Marys Memorial High School?
St. Marys Memorial High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does St. Marys Memorial High School offer ?
St. Marys Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Marys Memorial High School part of?
St. Marys Memorial High School is part of St Marys City School District.
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