Student Body
Holy Name of Mary College School is an all-girls institution, a characteristic shared by a small fraction of schools. The school provides financial aid to a higher percentage of students compared to most institutions.
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Insider community voices
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Facts and analysis
Total enrollment
170 students attend Holy Name of Mary College School.
Holy Name of Mary College School (HNMCS) has about an average sized student body, enrolling more students than 46% of all schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Enrollment Holy Name of Mary College School Median of all other schools Gr. 5 15 18 Gr. 6 15 18 Gr. 7 20 18 Gr. 8 30 19 Gr. 9 30 35 Gr. 10 35 35 Gr. 11 30 40 Gr. 12 25 40 Unlock to view how other schools compare.
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Why it matters
While some researchers have looked to uncover the "ideal" school size, these studies often generalize student preferences and behaviours. Your real goal is to find what best suits your child’s needs. Smaller schools can offer a school-wide sense of connection, while larger schools often provide broader programming and opportunities. Also, note that per-grade enrollment often tells a more meaningful story than total enrollment alone (read topic guide).
Gender
Only girls attend.
This makes Holy Name of Mary College School (HNMCS) like 5% of other schools we cover.
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Why it matters
A school’s gender composition influences its social, academic, and extracurricular experiences. Coed schools often encourage collaboration across genders, while single-gender schools (all-boys or all-girls) may focus on specialized learning approaches (read topic guide).
International Students
10% of students come from outside Canada.
See how this ranks Holy Name of Mary College School (HNMCS) below.
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Why it matters
A diverse international student body offers opportunities for cultural exchange and a global perspective. These experiences can enhance your child’s understanding of different cultures and prepare them for a globalized world (read topic guide).
STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID
15% of students at Holy Name of Mary College School receive financial aid.
The percentage of students on financial aid at Holy Name of Mary College School (HNMCS) is higher than 82% of all schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Percentage of students on financial aid Gr. 5 15% Gr. 6 15% Gr. 7 15% Gr. 8 15% Gr. 9 15% Gr. 10 15% Gr. 11 15% Gr. 12 15% -
Why it matters
Financial aid reflects a school’s commitment to accessibility and socioeconomic diversity. These programs aim to create a richer community by bringing together students from varied backgrounds and experiences (read topic guide).