St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #10 - Every graduate is prepared and qualified to enroll in a four-year college or university, and because of the school's reputation for the depth and quality of its education, more than 100 leading colleges and universities across the country visit St. Margaret's annually to recruit its graduates.

St. Margaret's Episcopal School

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St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #1 - Our mission at St. Margaret's Episcopal School is to educate the hearts and minds of young people for lives of learning, leadership and service.
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St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #1 - Our mission at St. Margaret's Episcopal School is to educate the hearts and minds of young people for lives of learning, leadership and service.
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #2 - The Outdoor Classroom is where children can immerse themselves in nature, hone observation skills, practice cooperation, develop academic concepts and physical skills, learn problem-solving skills and, of course have fun. Designated as a Recognized Outdoor Classroom Site" by the California Outdoor Classroom Project, the Outdoor Classroom is a science lab, artist's studio, science lab, library, symphony hall, theatre and gym.
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #3 - St. Margaret's is upheld by the basic principles of our Episcopal tenets that individuals and institutions are called to strive for justice and peace among all people, and to respect the dignity of every human being. Episcopal schools exist not merely to educate, but to demonstrate and proclaim the unique worth and beauty of all human beings.
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #4 - As a college-preparatory institution, St. Margaret's academic excellence is rooted in vigor, choice and relevance and made possible by a strong foundation of educational expertise, research and best practices.
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #5 - The Outdoor Classroom nurtures learning in our youngest Lower School students in unique ways. St. Margaret's has a K-1 Outdoor Classroom teacher who conducts science lessons in the space, in addition to collaborating with St. Margaret's Lower School visual arts teacher and homeroom teachers to design curriculum and provocations tailored for this unique outdoor setting.
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #6 - Our Middle School program provides opportunities for students to engage in activities that support their growth as learners, leaders and compassionate members of the community. We believe early adolescents should be exposed to a vibrant program that enables them to explore challenges in diverse arenas. Students thrive through their participation in academic, athletic, artistic and leadership programs.
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #7 - A pillar of our school's mission is to educate students for lives of service. Our community believes that an essential outcome of St. Margaret's education is that students and graduates feel the compassion, responsibility and calling to serve others and be active and contributing citizens within their communities and the world.
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #8 - Celebration and study of the arts are integral to the development of every student. Classes in theater, dance, orchestra, band, choir and visual arts challenge students to be creative thinkers and problem solvers. The 45,000-square-foot Performing Arts Center designated and All-Steinway School for Excellence along with the new 6,000-square-foot Visual Arts Center support a vibrant arts program.
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #9 - At St. Margaret's Episcopal School, we believe that everyone is on an artistic journey. Through experiences in the visual arts, music, dance, theater and technical arts, students discover and nurture the artists within. As students from Early Childhood School through Upper School are introduced to the fundamentals of the art forms, they learn how to learn.
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #10 - The athletic program is central to our mission and integral to the learning process. Through athletic competition we strive to achieve the highest degree of integrity, sportsmanship, and mutual respect. Our program celebrates the student-athlete and the teacher-coach, while striving to instill in our students a meaningful and solid foundation from which to lead healthy and productive lives.
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo #11 - Every graduate is prepared and qualified to enroll in a four-year college or university, and because of the school's reputation for the depth and quality of its education, more than 100 leading colleges and universities across the country visit St. Margaret's annually to recruit its graduates.
Founded in 1979, St. Margaret's Episcopal School is the premier, independent, college-preparatory day school in Orange County serving 1,234 students in early childhood through grade 12.
St. Margaret's is situated on a picturesque 25-acre campus in historic San Juan Capistrano, California, with dedicated campuses for each school division, modern classrooms and facilities, including a performing arts center, science and technology labs, library, athletics fields and gymnasiums.
With 2,600 alumni who have matriculated to colleges and universities across the country, St. Margaret's has been a vital member of the San Juan Capistrano community and educational landscape of Southern California for over 40 years.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,238 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Margaret's Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
1,238 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
59%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
67%
Number of AP Courses
26 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Advanced Placement Art History, Advanced Placement Biology, Advanced Placement Calculus AB, Advanced Placement Calculus BC, Advanced Placement Chemistry, Advanced Placement Chinese Language and Culture, Advanced Placement Computer Science, Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition, Advanced Placement Environmental Science, Advanced Placement European History, Advanced Placement French Language, Advanced Placement Human Geography, Advanced Placement Japanese Language, Advanced Placement Latin Vergil, Advanced Placement Music Theory, Advanced Placement Physics B, Advanced Placement Physics C, Advanced Placement Spanish Language, Advanced Placement Statistics, Advanced Placement Studio Art: Drawing, Advanced Placement Studio Art: Three-Dimensional Design, Advanced Placement Studio Art: Two Dimensional Design, Advanced Placement U.S. Government, Advanced Placement United States History, Advanced Placement World History, Advanced Theatre, Advanced Theatre II, Algebra II Honors, Chemistry Honors, English II Honors, English III Honors, French III Honors, Geometry Honors, Latin III Honors, Pre-Calculus Honors, Spanish III Honors, Spanish IV Honors
Average SAT score
1382
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
31
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Specific dress code for each school division. Upper School students wear kahki pant/shorts with school-color shirt, except on formal days, jacket is required.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Admissions Director
Phoebe Larson
Admissions Associate
Karen McCollum

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Admission Ambassadors, Associated Student Body, Character Counts, Honor Committee, Peer Counseling, Tartan Inclusivity and Diversity Education

Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Concert Band, Orchestra, Theater Technical Arts, Theater-Music and Dance Productions

School Notes

St. Margaret's Episcopal School is a diverse community dedicated to developing the whole child. We nurture spiritual growth, an appreciation for life-long learning, the courage to lead and a responsibility to give to others. Our graduates are independent thinkers of integrity and compassion who reveal their resilience and collaborative nature in the face of challenge and opportunity.

CORE VALUES
  • Character: We emphasize integrity, spirituality, empathy, perseverance and responsibility.
  • Community: We champion mutual respect, engagement, collaboration, service learning and a commitment to the common good.
  • Balance and Breadth: We believe personal growth, balance and well-being are fostered through a broad range of academic, artistic, athletic and co-curricular opportunities.
  • Equity and Inclusion: We embrace and celebrate the identity of every human being, and advocate for equity, inclusion and justice.
  • High Expectations: We prepare and empower our students to discover and develop their unique gifts and talents to achieve their full potential.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Margaret's Episcopal School offer?
St. Margaret's Episcopal School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Equestrian, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Surf Team, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Margaret's Episcopal School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is St. Margaret's Episcopal School's ranking?
St. Margaret's Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Margaret's Episcopal School?
The application deadline for St. Margaret's Episcopal School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,238 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Orange County, CA is $10,686 for elementary schools and $15,283 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Orange County, CA is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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