St. Margaret's School
For almost 100 years, St. Margaret`s School has helped young women grades 8 through 12 (plus a Post Graduate Program) find their voice, their path, and their sense of self.
The experiences you have here will prepare you for leadership roles and other life achievements.
Live and learn on the banks of Virginia`s Rappahannock River.
Join us and dare to believe in yourself, dare to belong to a sisterhood of lifelong friends, and dare to become your very best.
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- N/A The diversity at SMS is quite unique and out-stands the most. The school accepts each student or themselves and works with them according to their pace. The faculty at SMS is also quite supportive. They. . .
- University of Rochester At St. Margaret’s School, girls have the opportunity to not just gain a better education, but also to be around people whom they will have with them through their lives. As a senior, I have. . .
- Case Western Reserve University For me, SMS is unique because it is truly a second home that anyone can be a part of. The sense of community also builds around the school motto, “As we grow in age. . .
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| Definition of Terms | 2020 School Data | St. Margaret's | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 8-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-girls | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Episcopal | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1921 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 52 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 120 students | 306 students |
| % Students of Color | 25% | 25% |
| % International Students | 30% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 80% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1122 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1005 - 1225 | - |
| Average ACT score | 21 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (We have a school uniform with skirt and pants options.) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 10 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 6:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 9 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 64% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $5 million | $23 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $52,540 | $58,935 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $19,800 | $32,900 |
| Yearly Tuition (5 Day Boarding) | $42,240 | $43,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 78% | 40% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $23,900 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 72% | 57% |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Christina O'Neill | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 12 | 16 |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Golf, Kayaking, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 11 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Basic Needs (Service Club), Book Club, Green Team, Honor Council, National Honor Society, Scottie Guides (Admissions), Student Government Association Arts and Music Programs: Art Club, Tides Staff (art journal), Treble Choir Recreational Athletic Programs: Outdoor Adventure | |
College Matriculation
| Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- On the banks of the Rappahannock River, St. Margaret's historic campus is home to our welcoming, inclusive community of nearly 120 girls from across the United States and around the world. We offer full boarding, 5-day boarding, and day programs for girls in grades 8-12, and a postgraduate year. We value and respect the unique qualities of each individual and place girls in classes according to their readiness and interests.
- Founded in the Episcopal tradition nearly 100 years ago, St. Margaret`s raises and educates girls to develop their strengths in every aspect of life-academically, physically, spiritually and emotionally. With a diverse community, solid college-preparatory program, and a wide range of interscholastic sports, clubs, and after school activities, life at St. Margaret's is fun, full of learning opportunities, and the relationships formed here last a lifetime.
- Student leaders help run the school, upholding and enforcing our Honor Code, leading Chapel services, and helping ensure life on campus is supportive, inspiring, and enriching for all. The world is a better place because of generations of St. Margaret's women who found their voice here and impacted their communities in positive ways.
- Discover what a girl becomes at St. Margaret's School by contacting our Office of Admission. We welcome your questions about our programs, affordability, and how a girl can become her best at St. Margaret's.
- LD types supported: Dyslexia, math and language-based learning differences
- St. Margaret's School accreditations: NAIS, VAIS, TABS, NCGS, MAESA
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