St. Margaret Mary School

St. Margaret Mary School provides an exceptional Catholic education in a community unified by faith ih Jesus Christ and empowered by his Gospel.
We serve the children of St. Margaret Marys, Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament and St. Matthews Parishes.
Our student represent varied cultural and racial backgrounds. Our students learn through a well-rounded curriculum including daily religion classes, computer, art, music, physical education and foreign language (Spanish).
Advanced Math and Language Arts classes are offered to the 7th and 8th grades.
At St. Margaret Mary School, the children receive an excellent academic training.
Education research indicates that nationwide Catholic school students consistently outperform other schools on tests for math, reading and science.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 258 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Margaret Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
258 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
St. Margaret Mary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. Margaret Mary School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Catherine Laboure School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Margaret Mary School's ranking?
St. Margaret Mary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 258 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Dauphin County, PA is $5,755 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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