St. Margaret Mary School vs. St. Catherine Laboure School
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Overview
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.
Saint Catherine Labour School proclaims the Joy of the Gospel in providing a Christ-centered, safe, and welcoming educational environment for students PreK3 to Grade 8.
WE TEACH MINDS through a rigorous and relevant curriculum that nurture the gifts and talents of each student.
WE FORM HEARTS in a strong Catholic Identity through prayer, the Sacraments, and a daily commitment to respect for self and others.
WE GROW DISCIPLES through a deep sense of community that reaches out in love and service to the poor and needy.
Grades Offered
PK-8
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Year Founded
n/a
1949
Students Body
Total Students
258 students
311 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
22%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
21
20
Kindergarten Students
31
15
Grade 1 Students
20
31
Grade 2 Students
16
33
Grade 3 Students
24
42
Grade 4 Students
17
26
Grade 5 Students
45
30
Grade 6 Students
17
37
Grade 7 Students
28
40
Grade 8 Students
39
37
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
20 teachers
Average Class Size
n/a
20
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Formal
(Uniform)
(Uniform)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
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$7,000
Acceptance Rate
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85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
4
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
4
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Science ExplorersStudent Council
Arts and Music Programs:
School ChoirSchool Musical