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#696 of 716 private schools in IL

St Margaret Mary Catholic School

Elementary School

119 S HUBBARD ST, Algonquin, IL 60102

Private

Enrollment

180

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#696 of 716

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St Margaret Mary Catholic School

3.9/10

Elementary School in Algonquin · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Algonquin Middle School

6.8/10

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8.6/10

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About St Margaret Mary Catholic School

St Margaret Mary Catholic School is a private elementary school in Algonquin, IL. St Margaret Mary Catholic School serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. St Margaret Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #696 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares2.3 pts below IL schools
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 180 students, St Margaret Mary Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

St Margaret Mary Catholic 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

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How St Margaret Mary Catholic School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Algonquin, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
180
This School
vs
600
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.9
This School
vs
7.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.9% vs 0%
Black 2.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.8% vs 0%
Asian 2.8% vs 0%
St Margaret Mary Catholic School Algonquin Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Margaret Mary Catholic School (this school) 3.9
Algonquin Middle School 6.8
Eastview Elem School 8.6
Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch 8.2
Kenneth E Neubert Elem School 7.8
Westfield Community School 6.7
Mackeben Elementary School 7.6
Heineman Middle School 5.8
Conley Elementary School 7.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 IL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 20:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,056
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 21%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 180
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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 IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 88.9%
Black 2.8%
Hispanic 2.8%
Asian 2.8%
Two or More 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

119 S HUBBARD ST, Algonquin, IL 60102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Margaret Mary Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastview Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenneth E Neubert Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Algonquin, see our Algonquin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Algonquin Middle School Algonquin 0.4 mi 6.8
Eastview Elem School Algonquin 0.5 mi 8.6
Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch Algonquin 1.2 mi 8.2
Kenneth E Neubert Elem School Algonquin 1.2 mi 7.8
Perry Elementary School Carpentersville 2.1 mi 5.0
Dundee-Crown High School Carpentersville 2.2 mi 7.0
Lake in the Hills Elem School Lk In The Hls 2.0 mi 5.1
Westfield Community School Algonquin 2.2 mi 6.7
Sunny Hill Elem School Carpentersville 2.8 mi 6.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ALGONQUIN Algonquin 2.5 mi
Meadowdale Elem School Carpentersville 3.1 mi 5.5
Harry D Jacobs High School Algonquin 2.8 mi 8.0
Briargate Elem School Cary 3.5 mi 6.1
Parkview Elementary School Carpentersville 3.8 mi 4.4
Liberty Elementary School Carpentersville 3.4 mi 6.2
Delacey Family Educ Ctr Carpentersville 3.9 mi 6.8
Carpentersville Middle School Carpentersville 3.9 mi 4.3
Lakewood School Carpentersville 3.8 mi 4.9
Lincoln Prairie Elem School Lake In The Hills 3.1 mi 6.1
Canterbury Elem School Crystal Lake 4.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,070

Median Home Value

$320,600

Median Rent

$1,826/mo

Population

32,303

College Educated

42.8%

Homeownership

88%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Margaret Mary Catholic School

What grades does St Margaret Mary Catholic School serve?

St Margaret Mary Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Margaret Mary Catholic School?

St Margaret Mary Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Margaret Mary Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Margaret Mary Catholic School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Margaret Mary Catholic School rank in IL?

St Margaret Mary Catholic School ranks #696 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is St Margaret Mary Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Margaret Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Mary Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Margaret Mary Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic 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 Mary Catholic School a religious school?

St Margaret Mary Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
180
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
McHenry County

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