Welcome to St. Mary's County Public Schools (SMCPS) where our four-year graduation rate is 94%. With over 18,000 students, ou ... r school system is large enough to offer a wide variety of academic programs and services, and small enough to maintain an atmosphere of friendliness, helpfulness, and personalized service. As a school system, we are focused on student achievement and assuring that our students meet rigorous standards; at SMCPS all children can and will learn. Our goal is to focus our efforts to create a total community committed to learning and safety for ALL children. read more