St. Margaret Mary School provides a quality education within a Catholic, Christian atmosphere through a holistic approach that prepares the students for spiritual growth, social responsibility, and academic success.
St. Margaret Mary School's goal is to enable children to live in today's ever-changing world and prepare them to face the challenges of society.
St. Margaret Mary School provides Catholic education for students, preschool through eighth grade, within the Chino, California area.
With teachers as facilitators of learning, we provide a quality education with emphasis on growth in all individual and social dimensions: social, moral, intellectual, cultural, emotional, and physical.
We believe that through our student-centered learning environment, students will learn to become responsible for their actions, treat others with respect and dignity, attain their academic potential, and accept themselves as children of God.
It is the purpose of St. Margaret Mary School to encourage one another to accept the differences we find in our diverse community.
We recognize that everyone is created in the image and likeness of God, and we strive to teach as Jesus did.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,200
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 33 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Margaret Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
405 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
33 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Registered/Contributing Rate is $6200
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Choir, Drama Club, Robotics Club
Choir, Drama Club, Robotics Club
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Margaret Mary School cost?
St. Margaret Mary School's tuition is approximately $7,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Margaret Mary School?
The acceptance rate of St. Margaret Mary School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does St. Margaret Mary School offer?
St. Margaret Mary School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Margaret Mary School's ranking?
St. Margaret Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Margaret Mary School?
The application deadline for St. Margaret Mary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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