Apply to Saint Mary’s
For one hundred years, parents like you have trusted Saint Mary’s to form their children in the Catholic intellectual and faith traditions. We are honored that you are considering our school.
Incoming Freshmen Application Process
We offer many fun and exciting experiences for middle school students to explore life at Saint Mary’s.
We invite you to visit us and take the next steps towards becoming a Knight!
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Step 1
Complete the online application.
Create an account and login to begin the application process.
Transfer Students – Apply Here
Step 2
Download and submit any applicable supplemental forms and documents:
Incoming Freshmen:Incoming freshmen need to print a copy of the transcript request, principal recommendation, and teacher recommendations, and deliver them to their grade school administrator. Download forms here
Step 3
Incoming Freshmen: Sign up for HSPT Prep Class (optional)
In order to prepare students for the HSPT, Saint Mary’s offers two Saturday preparation days to familiarize students with the test itself. Students will take small portions of the test and review those sections in order to learn mathematics and English content, test taking techniques, and time management skills. Each student will attend two sessions each Saturday, one for mathematics (2 hours) and one for language arts (2 hours) with a 15 minute break between the two sessions. Though some essential content is repeated in both Saturday sessions, different content will be covered. Students who take the classes will be better prepared to perform at the highest level on the test and to be placed in the appropriate courses upon enrollment to Saint Mary’s.
An informational email will be sent out with further details. Please contact Mary Pivonka at 602-251-2515 or mpivonka@smknights.org for additional information.
HSPT Prep Class – December 5, 2020 from 8 am – 12:15 pm; sign in begins at 7:30 am, class begins at 8 am.
**December 5th class has reached capacity**
HSPT Prep Class – December 12, 2020 from 8 am – 12:15 pm; sign in begins at 7:30 am, class begins at 8 am.
The class costs $30/student for one or $50/student for two. You may pay either online prior to the class or in person on the day of your class (cash or credit card only).
**December 12th class has reached capacity**
Virtual HSPT Prep Class – December 19, 2020
8 am – 12:15 p.m. The class costs $30 per student.
**December 19th class has reached capacity**
Step 4
Incoming Freshmen: Sign up for and take the HSPT
The High School Placement Test (H.S.P.T.) will be proctored at Saint Mary’s Catholic High School on January 9, 2021. The H.S.P.T. will cover Language Arts, Math, and Catholic Religion. The cost of the test is $50. Payment must be made online prior to the testing date to secure your registration. Limited seating is available. Masks are required. An informational email will be sent out with further details. Please contact Mary Pivonka at mpivonka@smknights.org or 602-251-2515 for additional questions or concerns.
*Students only need to take the HSPT once, at any of the six Catholic high schools in Phoenix.
**If your student needs extra time for the HSPT or other accommodations, please submit documentation (IEP, 504 Plan or Student Support Plan) two weeks prior to the test date.
The High School Placement Test is part of the application process. The cost of the test is $50.
HSPT Exam – January 9, 2021 from 8 am – 11:30 am
Check in begins at 7:30 a.m. in Piper Lobby.
The test begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.
**Sign Up for January 9th has Reached Capacity**
HSPT Make-up Exam – January 23, 2021
from 8 am – 11:30 am
Check in begins at 7:30 a.m. in Piper Lobby.
The test begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.
*NEW* Online Option – January 23, 2021
from 9 am – 12:30 pm
A limited number of spots are available for students with health challenges to take the HSPT online. To take the online exam at home, you must have a reliable computer/device and stable, high-speed internet. Please note that test taking can be overwhelming in a new platform and it is recommended that your child come in person if it all possible.
**Sign Up for January 23rd online test has Reached Capacity**
Step 5
Student Interviews
Student Interviews will be scheduled once the online portion of the application is submitted. These applications will be reviewed by the admission’s committee after all steps are complete.
For more information, please contact the Director of Admissions, Mary Pivonka, at Mpivonka@smknights.org or (602) 251-2515.
Para asistencia en español comunícate con Jacquie Kennedy, Directora de Reclutamiento, a jkennedy@smknights.org o al (602)251-2315.
