Below Average
#58 of 65 private schools in RI
St Margaret School
Elementary School
42 BISHOP AVE, Rumford, RI 02916
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Rhode Island private schools
#58 of 65
In Rumford
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Margaret School
Elementary School in Rumford · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Margaret School
St Margaret School is a private elementary school in Rumford, RI. St Margaret School serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Margaret School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #58 of 65 private schools in RI.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 136 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 the 1 public school in Rumford, RI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Rumford
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Margaret School (this school) | 4.9 |
| Myron J. Francis Elementary | 7.9 |
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 RI.
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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 RI
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
42 BISHOP AVE, Rumford, RI 02916
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Margaret School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orlo Avenue School (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby East Providence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Myron J. Francis Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rumford, see our Rumford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE WOLF SCHOOL Rumford | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Myron J. Francis Elementary Rumford | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Mildred Aitken School Seekonk | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Seekonk High Seekonk | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Seekonk Transitions Academy Seekonk | 1.1 mi | — |
| Orlo Avenue School East Providence | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ST TERESA SCHOOL Pawtucket | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| East Providence High East Providence | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School Seekonk | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Fallon Memorial School Pawtucket | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| PROVIDENCE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL East Providence | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| DARLINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Pawtucket | 2.1 mi | — |
| Emma G. Whiteknact School East Providence | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| OCEAN STATE MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Providence | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Providence | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| SCHOOL ONE Providence | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL East Providence | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Providence | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Joseph Jenks Middle School Pawtucket | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02916 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,293
Median Home Value
$360,400
Median Rent
$1,267/mo
Population
8,725
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
72.6%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
42.9
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| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Warwick, RI | 4.9 |
| ST KEVIN SCHOOL Warwick, RI | 4.8 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woonsocket, RI | 5.1 |
| GR WOONSOCKET CATHOLIC REGIONAL Woonsocket, RI | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL West Warwick, RI | 5.1 |
| ST THOMAS REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence, RI | 5.1 |
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 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Margaret School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Margaret School is 10.8:1. 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 RI?
St Margaret School ranks #58 of 65 private schools in RI.
What is St Margaret School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Margaret School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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
- 136
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 434-2338
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