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#692 of 992 private schools in NY
St Margaret Mary School
Elementary School
121 E 177TH ST, Bronx, NY 10453
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#692 of 992
In Bronx
#38 of 53
public schools
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About St Margaret Mary School
St Margaret Mary School is a private elementary school in Bronx, NY. St Margaret Mary School serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Margaret Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #692 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, St Margaret Mary 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 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 Mary School compares to 341 public schools serving similar grades in Bronx, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Margaret Mary School (this school) | 5.7 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF THE BRONX | 8.2 |
| IS 117 JOSEPH H WADE | 5.2 |
| PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES | 8.1 |
| PS 28 MOUNT HOPE | 4.5 |
| BRONX SCHOOL OF YOUNG LEADERS (THE) | 6.6 |
| PS 306 | 5.3 |
| PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR | 6.6 |
| PS 70 MAX SCHOENFELD | 5.0 |
| CRESTON ACADEMY | 6.9 |
| SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENSHIP | 4.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | 3.9 |
| PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS | 7.5 |
| PS 396 | 4.0 |
| IS 232 | 6.0 |
| IS 303 LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE | 5.4 |
| MS 390 | 6.2 |
| PS 163 ARTHUR A SCHOMBERG | 4.8 |
| PS 170 | 5.0 |
| PS 58 | 3.8 |
| PS 91 | 3.4 |
Showing 20 of 341 schools. View all schools in Bronx
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 NY.
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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 NY
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
121 E 177TH ST, Bronx, NY 10453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Margaret Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IS 117 JOSEPH H WADE Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF THE BRONX Bronx | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES Bronx | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 28 MOUNT HOPE Bronx | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 306 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| BRONX SCHOOL OF YOUNG LEADERS (THE) Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 70 MAX SCHOENFELD Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENSHIP Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| CRESTON ACADEMY Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 396 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| MS 390 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 91 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 170 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| IS 303 LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| IS 232 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,482
Median Home Value
$580,100
Median Rent
$1,393/mo
Population
78,270
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
4.9%
Avg Commute
42.9 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Margaret Mary School
What grades does St Margaret Mary School serve?
St Margaret Mary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Margaret Mary School?
St Margaret Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Margaret Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Margaret Mary School is 14.5:1. 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 School rank in NY?
St Margaret Mary School ranks #692 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Margaret Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Margaret Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Margaret Mary 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 School a religious school?
St Margaret Mary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 145
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Phone
- (718) 731-5905
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