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St. Margaret's Episcopal School

#1 in Best Christian High Schools in Los Angeles Area
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Episcopal
  • PK, K-12
  • San Juan Capistrano, CA
  • 42 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Sports
      A
    St. Margaret's Episcopal School is a top rated, private, Christian school located in San Juan Capistrano, CA. It has 1,250 students in grades PK, K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 8 to 1. Tuition is $33,860 for the highest grade offered. After graduation, 100% of students from this school go on to attend a 4-year college.
    smes.org
    (949) 661-0108
    31641 La Novia Ave
    San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $33,860
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
    14%
    Average Financial Aid
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    St. Margaret's Episcopal School Rankings

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1310
    106 responses
    Average ACT
    31
    114 responses
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    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.7 responses
    Poll
    71%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.7 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 22 responses
    Report
    • Uniforms, Formal Dress and Chapel
      23%
    • Home of the Tartans
      18%
    • Senior water balloon fight
      18%
    • Library Luncheon
      14%
    • Homecoming
      9%
    • Spirit Week
      9%
    • Lunch on the Lawn
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,250
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.7 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.7 responses
    71%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.7 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    8:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    60%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.10 responses
    Poll
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.10 responses
    Poll
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.10 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very High
    80%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.5 responses
    60%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.5 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.5 responses
    Living in the Area
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      C-
    Median Household Income
    $81,730
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,886
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $635,100
    National
    $184,700
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    St. Margaret's Episcopal School Reviews

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    What I liked about the St.Margaret's experience is how much it is preparing me for a four-year university. Coming to this school as a freshman was a bit overwhelming because of the high pressure that is placed on academics and extracurriculars, as well as the strange social dynamics. The stress and fear that students face on tests, SATS, and college applications is palpable, and it is not uncommon that some students have anxiety and depression (but you don't hear about it a lot, it's kept under the rug).

    Other than that, this is a great school! I've made great friends and I love it here!
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    My two girls have been at SMES since preschool. One is a senior and one is a freshman. They are intelligent, aware, compassionate, respectful, loyal, inquisitive, hard working, athletic, proud, thoughtful, resilient young women. They are who there because of their time at SMES. They are loved, appreciated, validated and known by their SMES community. Do I recommend SMES? That is a resounding YES! There is no perfect school experience and there is no perfect school, but SMES comes pretty darn close. It’s a wonderful community and I couldn’t imagine a better place for a child to grow up.
    I have 2 children at St. Margaret's and the school is phenomenal. The academics are top notch. The facilities are first class. The students are all driven and thoroughly prepared for college. In fact, most of the kids find college to be much easier than High School at St. Margaret's. They do an excellent job of developing the whole person and creating a quality adult!