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#454 of 992 private schools in NY

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St Margaret of Cortona School

Elementary School

452 W 260TH ST, Bronx, NY 10471

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

200

Student-Teacher

22.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

200

Student-Teacher

22.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#454 of 992

In Bronx

#18 of 53

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About St Margaret of Cortona School

St Margaret of Cortona School is a private elementary school in Bronx, NY. St Margaret of Cortona School serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Margaret of Cortona School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #454 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.5 pts above NY schools

6.4

This school 6.4 · Average
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

St Margaret of Cortona School runs 22.2:1 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 of Cortona 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 of Cortona School compares to 341 public schools serving similar grades in Bronx, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

22.2:1

This School

12:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

200

This School

455

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.4

This School

5.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 43.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 21.5% vs 0%

Black 14.5% vs 0%

Asian 3.5% vs 0%

St Margaret of Cortona School Bronx Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Margaret of Cortona School (this school)	—	200	22.2:1	6.4
PS 81 ROBERT J CHRISTEN	0.3 mi	699	14:1	8.2
RIVERDALE/KINGSBRIDGE ACADEMY (MS/HS 141)	1.5 mi	1,380	15.2:1	5.9
PS 24 SPUYTEN DUYVIL	1.6 mi	757	15.1:1	8.6
AMPARK NEIGHBORHOOD	1.8 mi	306	12.2:1	5.8
PS 95 SHEILA MENCHER	1.8 mi	857	11.1:1	4.9
MILTON FEIN SCHOOL	1.9 mi	371	12.8:1	8.5
INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL	1.9 mi	375	26.8:1	7.9
AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL KINGSBRIDGE	1.9 mi	710	14.2:1	8.0
PS 19 JUDITH K WEISS	2.0 mi	663	14.1:1	6.7
PS 37 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE SCHOOL	2.0 mi	429	12.3:1	4.4
BRONX DANCE ACADEMY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	272	15.1:1	5.6
IN-TECH ACADEMY (MS/HS 368)	2.1 mi	964	13.4:1	5.2
PS 207	2.1 mi	344	13.2:1	2.0
NEW SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND JOURNALISM (THE)	2.3 mi	577	10.7:1	6.8
PS 360	2.3 mi	310	11.9:1	3.7
ATMOSPHERE ACADEMY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL	2.3 mi	1,352	15.2:1	3.6
PS 94 KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL	2.4 mi	806	10.2:1	3.9
PS 315 LAB SCHOOL	2.4 mi	188	11.8:1	4.6
PS/MS 280 MOSHOLU PARKWAY	2.4 mi	700	11.7:1	5.5
PS 103 HECTOR FONTANEZ	2.4 mi	801	14.3:1	5.1

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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 NY.

Classroom Attention

C- 1.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 22.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.4 / 10

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School Day Length 7.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,404

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 71%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 200

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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)

White 43.5%

Hispanic 21.5%

Two or More 17.0%

Black 14.5%

Asian 3.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

452 W 260TH ST, Bronx, NY 10471

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Margaret of Cortona School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 24 SPUYTEN DUYVIL (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ECFS (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 81 ROBERT J CHRISTEN (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SAR HIGH SCHOOL Bronx	0.1 mi	636	6.8
PS 81 ROBERT J CHRISTEN Bronx	0.3 mi	699	8.2
MONTESSORI SCHOOL 27 Yonkers	0.5 mi	332	7.3
THE BIONDI SCHOOL/RISING GROUND INC Yonkers	0.6 mi	212	7.3
YESHIVA OHAVEI TORAH OF RIVERDALE Bronx	0.8 mi	75	6.0
PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL Yonkers	0.8 mi	795	8.1
YESHIVA OF THE TELSHE ALUMNI Bronx	0.8 mi	95	6.5
LAS HERMANAS MIRABAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Yonkers	0.8 mi	588	5.6
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL Yonkers	1.0 mi	575	6.7
HORACE MANN SCHOOL Bronx	1.0 mi	1,192	6.7
HORACE MANN SCHOOL LOWER DIVISION Bronx	1.1 mi	457	6.2
ECFS Bronx	1.3 mi	377	8.4
CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers	1.3 mi	561	4.7
ELLA FITZGERALD ACADEMY Yonkers	1.5 mi	458	5.1
THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY Yonkers	1.6 mi	262	6.5
RIVERDALE/KINGSBRIDGE ACADEMY (MS/HS 141) Bronx	1.5 mi	1,380	5.9
ST GABRIEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx	1.6 mi	185	6.9
PS 24 SPUYTEN DUYVIL Bronx	1.6 mi	757	8.6
SCHOOL 21 Yonkers	1.3 mi	306	6.0
YONKERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Yonkers	1.5 mi	569	5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10471 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,738

Median Home Value

$406,500

Median Rent

$1,729/mo

Population

23,400

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

57.5%

Avg Commute

44.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

46.4

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CLAYTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal, NY	242	6.4
DONALD P SUTHERLAND SCHOOL Nassau, NY	243	6.4
EAC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca, NY	181	6.4
FOREST AVENUE SCHOOL West Babylon, NY	273	6.4
INCARNATION SCHOOL New York, NY	164	6.4
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY	189	6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Margaret of Cortona School

What grades does St Margaret of Cortona School serve?

St Margaret of Cortona School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Margaret of Cortona School?

St Margaret of Cortona School has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Margaret of Cortona School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Margaret of Cortona School is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Margaret of Cortona School rank in NY?

St Margaret of Cortona School ranks #454 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is St Margaret of Cortona School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Margaret of Cortona School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 of Cortona School a private school?

Yes, St Margaret of Cortona 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 of Cortona School a religious school?

St Margaret of Cortona School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 69 Good Transit
Bike Score: 46 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 200
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 22.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Bronx County
Phone: (718) 549-8580

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