St. Margaret Mary Catholic School
St Margaret Mary School is committed to Catholic education, developing faith life, building community and Christian service.
We endeavor to create a school environment that fosters respect for each person, develops healthy self-concept, and is conducive to learning.
We offer a curriculum that develops the total person through science, mathematics, social studies, language arts, the arts and religious studies.
We envision a Catholic education that will assist and develop the student in becoming a person of faith with an open and eager intellect capable of embracing God and the world with courage, love and understanding.
The student will grow in the necessary skills to be effective in each step toward maturity as a Christian citizen.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,059
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Margaret Mary Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
320 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
41%
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
This rate is for parishioners. There is a higher rate paid by non-parishioners who enroll their child.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Admissions Director
Amy Johnson
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Church Choir, Green Club, Math Mornings, Robotics Club, Spanish Language, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band
Church Choir, Green Club, Math Mornings, Robotics Club, Spanish Language, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band
Source: Verified school update
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