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St. Margaret School

205 N Hickory Avenue Bel Air, MD 21014

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MD School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 545 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,500
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MD School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 545 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,500
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2013
School Motto
One Body in Christ

Student Body

Total Students
545 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
23 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

School Notes

  • St. Margaret School is committed to providing each child with a strong foundation in the Catholic faith, academics, and citizenship.
  • We accomplish this through a challenging disciplined environment focused on nurturing individual development and characterized by Catholic beliefs and values, academic excellence, parental involvement, and community service.
  • Our purpose is to inspire self-reliance, instill a positive sense of self-worth, and prepare each child to face new challenges and appreciate the joys of life.
  • St. Margaret School provides a Catholic education based upon the belief that each child is a unique creation of God.
  • The school's main responsibility is to instill in each child an understanding and appreciation of the values and ideals of the Catholic faith in today's world.
  • St. Margaret School is committed to providing each child with a strong foundation in the Catholic faith, academics, and citizenship. We accomplish this through a challenging disciplined environment focused on nurturing individual development and characterized by Catholic beliefs and values, academic excellence, parental involvement, and community service. Our purpose is to inspire self-reliance, instill a positive sense of self-worth, and prepare each child to face new challenges and appreciate the joys of life. St. Margaret School provides a Catholic education based upon the belief that each child is a unique creation of God. The school's main responsibility is to instill in each child an understanding and appreciation of the values and ideals of the Catholic faith in today's world.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Margaret School cost?
St. Margaret School's tuition is approximately $6,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Margaret School?
The acceptance rate of St. Margaret School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
What sports does St. Margaret School offer?
St. Margaret School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Indoor Soccer and Soccer.
What is St. Margaret School's ranking?
St. Margaret School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Margaret School?
The application deadline for St. Margaret School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average acceptance rate in Bel Air, MD is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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