Excellent
#36 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 8% of private schools
St Margaret's School
High School
444 WATER LN, Tappahannock, VA 22560
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#36 of 457
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About St Margaret's School
St Margaret's School is a private high school in Tappahannock, VA. St Margaret's School serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Margaret's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- VA avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, St Margaret's 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.
At 5:1 students to teachers, St Margaret's School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Margaret's 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's School compares to the 3 public schools in Tappahannock, VA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Tappahannock
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Margaret's School (this school) | 8.0 |
| Tappahannock Elementary | 6.4 |
| James H. Cary Intermediate | 5.6 |
| Essex High | 7.4 |
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 VA.
Data Unavailable
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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 VA
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
444 WATER LN, Tappahannock, VA 22560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Margaret's School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Essex High (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Westmoreland High (rated 7.3/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Montross), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Central High (rated 5.8/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby King And Queen C H), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tappahannock, see our Tappahannock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tappahannock Elementary Tappahannock | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| James H. Cary Intermediate Tappahannock | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Essex High Tappahannock | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| TAPPAHANNOCK JUNIOR ACADEMY Tappahannock | 2.1 mi | — |
| Richmond County Elementary Warsaw | 6.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Rappahannock High Warsaw | 6.3 mi | 4.9 |
| AYLETT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Bruington | 9.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Montross Middle Montross | 10.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Westmoreland High Montross | 11.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Lawson-Marriott Elementary St. Stephens Church | 13.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Cople Elementary Hague | 14.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Central High King And Queen C H | 17.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Hamilton Holmes Middle King William | 18.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Acquinton Elementary King William | 18.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Cool Spring Primary King William | 19.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Washington District Elementary Colonial Beach | 19.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MONROE BAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Colonial Beach | 21.2 mi | — |
| King & Queen Elementary Mattaponi | 22.0 mi | 2.8 |
| King William High King William | 19.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Colonial Beach High Colonial Beach | 23.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,357
Median Home Value
$247,100
Median Rent
$969/mo
Population
6,523
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
43.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Margaret's School
What grades does St Margaret's School serve?
St Margaret's School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend St Margaret's School?
St Margaret's School has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Margaret's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Margaret's School is 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's School rank in VA?
St Margaret's School ranks #36 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is St Margaret's School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Margaret's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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's School a private school?
Yes, St Margaret's School is a private all-girls school with a Episcopal 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's School a religious school?
St Margaret's School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (804) 466-3135
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