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St. Margaret's School
  • Private, Boarding, Episcopal, All-Girls
  • TAPPAHANNOCK, VA
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St. Margaret's School

#6 in Best All-Girls High Schools in Virginia
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Boarding, Episcopal, All-Girls
  • 8-12
  • TAPPAHANNOCK, VA
  • 89 reviews
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    A+
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    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      unavailable
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B+
    6. Sports
      B
    sms.org
    (804) 443-3357
    444 WATER LN
    TAPPAHANNOCK, VA 22560
    About St. Margaret's School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $50
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    ISEE, SSAT, TOEFL

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $21,000
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)
    $55,800
    Received Financial Aid
    Average Financial Aid
    From St. Margaret's School

    On the banks of the Rappahannock River, St. Margaret's School dares girls to belong to a diverse community of leaders, student-athletes, and scholars. To believe in themselves with deep-rooted confidence. To become women who are driven to lead the next generation.

    Our students, faculty, staff, and alumnae dare to lead by example. We push the limits of a traditional education. We believe in each other and empower everyone to believe in themselves. And we imagine new possibilities for the world and how we can lead the way. Guided by curiosity and bonded by a shared passion for discovery, St. Margaret's girls pursue their wildest dreams.

    Our Admission Team is excited to meet you and share the magic of St. Margaret's School with you! Contact us to plan your on campus or virtual experience: admit@sms.org or (804) 443-3357.

    We believe you belong here, and we can't wait to show you why!

    - Your SMS Admission Team

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1140
    58 responses
    Average ACT
    25
    19 responses
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    An Episcopal School

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    A century old girls' boarding and day school serving grades 8-PG on the banks of the noble Rappahannock River. A liberal arts college prep program that promotes a holistic educational experience in mind, body, and spirit. In concert with a STEAM program, computer science, engineering, and collaborative program-based design thinking are the bulwarks of a remarkable educational experience.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    71%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 17 responses
    Poll
    59%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 17 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 44 responses
    • Lantern Ceremony
      23%
    • May Ball
      20%
    • Blue/Grey Drawing
      18%
    • Snow Ball
      14%
    • Spirit Week
      11%
    • Homecoming
      7%
    • NONE
      5%

    Boarding

    Students Boarding
    80%
    Boarding Days Per Week
    5-day, 7-day
    Top Countries
    Cayman Islands, China, Mexico, Rwanda, Viet Nam
    International Boarding Students
    30%
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    Students

    Diversity
    unavailable
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    72
    71%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 17 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 17 responses
    82%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 17 responses
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    4:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    59%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 17 responses
    Poll
    71%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 17 responses
    Poll
    71%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 17 responses
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    59%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 17 responses
    41%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 17 responses
    59%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 17 responses

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