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#320 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 37% of private schools
St Margaret School
Elementary School
235 SPRING ST, Reading, PA 19601
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#320 of 873
In Reading
#5 of 9
public schools
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St Margaret School
Elementary School in Reading · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Northwest MS
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About St Margaret School
St Margaret School is a private elementary school in Reading, PA. St Margaret School serves approximately 188 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Margaret School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #320 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 188 students, St Margaret 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 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 School compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Reading, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Margaret School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Northwest MS | 2.1 |
| Riverside El Sch | 2.7 |
| Lauers Park El Sch | 2.1 |
| Northwest El Sch | 3.3 |
| Tenth & Green El Sch | 4.1 |
| Twelfth & Marion El Sch | 3.8 |
| Glenside El Sch | 2.9 |
| Northeast MS | 2.7 |
| Thirteenth & Green El Sch | 4.3 |
| Thirteenth & Union El Sch | 2.6 |
| Tenth & Penn El Sch | 3.1 |
| Central MS | 3.8 |
| Southwest MS | 5.4 |
| Southern MS | 2.0 |
| Tyson-Schoener El Sch | 3.2 |
| Amanda E Stout El Sch | 2.0 |
| Sixteenth & Haak El Sch | 3.4 |
| Millmont El Sch | 4.6 |
| Antietam MS/HS | 3.4 |
| Muhlenberg Jr HS | 2.5 |
Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in Reading
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 PA.
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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 PA
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
235 SPRING ST, Reading, PA 19601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Margaret School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Thirteenth & Green El Sch (rated 4.3/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Tenth & Green El Sch (rated 4.1/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest MS Reading | 0.2 mi | 2.1 |
| Riverside El Sch Reading | 0.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Lauers Park El Sch Reading | 0.8 mi | 2.1 |
| Northwest El Sch Reading | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Tenth & Green El Sch Reading | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Twelfth & Marion El Sch Reading | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Glenside El Sch Reading | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Southwest MS Reading | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Northeast MS Reading | 1.0 mi | 2.7 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Reading | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Tenth & Penn El Sch Reading | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Reading SHS Reading | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Tyson-Schoener El Sch Reading | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Thirteenth & Green El Sch Reading | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Thirteenth & Union El Sch Reading | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Central MS Reading | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| West Reading El Ctr West Reading | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Southern MS Reading | 1.4 mi | 2.0 |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Wyomissing | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Amanda E Stout El Sch Reading | 1.6 mi | 2.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,133
Median Home Value
$110,700
Median Rent
$986/mo
Population
36,493
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
37.3%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.8%
Median Age
32
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AQUINAS ACADEMY Greensburg, PA | 6.9 |
| DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY Monroeville, PA | 6.9 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF LANCASTER Lancaster, PA | 6.9 |
| Middle Paxton El Sch Dauphin, PA | 6.9 |
| PRESENTATION BVM SCHOOL Cheltenham, PA | 6.9 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Drexel Hill, PA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Margaret School
What grades does St Margaret School serve?
St Margaret School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Margaret School?
St Margaret School has an enrollment of approximately 188 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Margaret School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Margaret School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Margaret School rank in PA?
St Margaret School ranks #320 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Margaret School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Margaret School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Margaret 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 School a religious school?
St Margaret School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 188
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Berks County
- Phone
- (610) 375-1882
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