Needs Improvement
#1755 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Margaret S Episcopal School
School
31641 LA NOVIA AVE, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Enrollment
1,168
Student-Teacher
32.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,168
Student-Teacher
32.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,755 of 1,787
In San Juan Capistrano
#9 of 9
public schools
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St Margaret S Episcopal School
School in San Juan Capistrano · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Margaret S Episcopal School
St Margaret S Episcopal School is a private school in San Juan Capistrano, CA. St Margaret S Episcopal School serves approximately 1,168 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 32.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Margaret S Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,755 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Margaret S Episcopal School runs 32.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
St Margaret S Episcopal School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Margaret S Episcopal School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Margaret S Episcopal School (this school) | 3.8 |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary | 6.9 |
| San Juan Elementary | 4.0 |
| Bridges Community Day | — |
| OCASA College Prep | 4.3 |
| Capistrano Union High | 6.3 |
| San Juan Hills High | 8.6 |
| Kinoshita Elementary | 4.1 |
| California Preparatory Academy | 7.7 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual | 7.6 |
| Marco Forster Middle | 6.2 |
| Del Obispo Elementary | 6.4 |
| California Connections Academy Southern California | 3.4 |
| California Connections Academy Central Coast | 2.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
31641 LA NOVIA AVE, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Margaret S Episcopal School may also want to explore other schools in the area. FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAIRMONT SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOUNDATIONS COGNITIVE SCHOOLS (rated 5.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Juan Capistrano, see our San Juan Capistrano schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Margaret's Episcopal School San Juan Capistrano | 0.0 mi | — |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| THE JOHNSON ACADEMY San Juan Capistrano | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MARBELLA MONTESSORI San Juan Capistrano | 0.5 mi | — |
| San Juan Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Opportunities for Learning - Capistrano Covina | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| FOUNDATIONS COGNITIVE SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Bridges Community Day San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mission Basilica School San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | — |
| MISSION BASILICA SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| OCASA College Prep San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Capistrano Union High San Juan Capistrano | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| JSERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Fairmont Schools Inc. - San Juan Capistrano Campus San Juan Capistrano | 1.5 mi | — |
| FAIRMONT SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| JSerra Catholic High School San Juan Capistrano | 1.6 mi | — |
| San Juan Hills High San Juan Capistrano | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual San Juan Capistrano | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92675 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,893
Median Home Value
$929,700
Median Rent
$2,500/mo
Population
34,998
College Educated
42.3%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Norton Science and Language Academy San Bernardino, CA | 3.8 |
| Antelope Valley Learning Academy Lancaster, CA | 3.9 |
| Logan Memorial Educational Campus San Diego, CA | 3.6 |
| California Connections Academy Central Valley Ripon, CA | 4.1 |
| Da Vinci Connect El Segundo, CA | 3.5 |
| WOODLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Woodland, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Margaret S Episcopal School
What grades does St Margaret S Episcopal School serve?
St Margaret S Episcopal School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend St Margaret S Episcopal School?
St Margaret S Episcopal School has an enrollment of approximately 1,168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Margaret S Episcopal School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Margaret S Episcopal School is 32.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Margaret S Episcopal School rank in CA?
St Margaret S Episcopal School ranks #1,755 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Margaret S Episcopal School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Margaret S Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Margaret S Episcopal School a private school?
Yes, St Margaret S Episcopal School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Margaret S Episcopal School a religious school?
St Margaret S Episcopal School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,168
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 32.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 661-0108
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