St. Margaret Of Cortona School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 259 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,150
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Margaret Of Cortona School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Margaret Of Cortona School
Pre-K	66
Kind	14
1	19
2	20
3	15
4	21
5	25
6	24
7	25
8	30

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

All

Year Founded

1911

Student Body

Total Students

259 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

48%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

29:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

99%

Average Class Size

25 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Uniform Required Daily

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,150

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Tuition Notes

PK - $9,000 per year K - $7,500 per year

% on Financial Aid

35%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,250

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

SoftballVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Architecture ClubPainting

Student Council

School Notes

St. Margaret of Cortona School is a Middle States Accredited Catholic Elementary School located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx.
The primary purpose of St. Margaret of Cortona School is to offer each child the spiritual, intellectual, personal and social foundation through which he/she will be able to lead a productive and fulfilling Christian life.
Our academic standards reflect a Christocentric philosophy where the Gospel is nurtured through a unified effort of parents, teachers and the total school community.
The students reflect our goals as they move beyond the classroom to celebrate and extend Christ's message to the Christian community.
Our school accomplishes these goals through its policies and procedures and through a unified curriculum, which utilizes varied approaches that attempt to meet the needs of each student while enhancing his/her individual abilities.
St. Margaret of Cortona School makes a commitment to each student and each family that we will work together to enhance every child's academic experience.
Our teacher's, faculty and staff are dedicated to recognizing every student's individual talents and to work with families to make certain that all of our students succeed to the best of their abilities.

St. Margaret of Cortona School is a Middle States Accredited Catholic Elementary School located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The primary purpose of St. Margaret of Cortona School is to offer each child the spiritual, intellectual, personal and social foundation through which he/she will be able to lead a productive and fulfilling Christian life. Our academic standards reflect a Christocentric philosophy where the Gospel is nurtured through a unified effort of parents, teachers and the total school community. The students reflect our goals as they move beyond the classroom to celebrate and extend Christ's message to the Christian community. Our school accomplishes these goals through its policies and procedures and through a unified curriculum, which utilizes varied approaches that attempt to meet the needs of each student while enhancing his/her individual abilities. St. Margaret of Cortona School makes a commitment to each student and each family that we will work together to enhance every child's academic experience. Our teacher's, faculty and staff are dedicated to recognizing every student's individual talents and to work with families to make certain that all of our students succeed to the best of their abilities.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Margaret Of Cortona School cost?

St. Margaret Of Cortona School's tuition is approximately $7,150 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Margaret Of Cortona School?

The acceptance rate of St. Margaret Of Cortona School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.

What sports does St. Margaret Of Cortona School offer?

St. Margaret Of Cortona School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Softball and Volleyball.

What is St. Margaret Of Cortona School's ranking?

St. Margaret Of Cortona School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Margaret Of Cortona School?

The application deadline for St. Margaret Of Cortona School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Margaret Of Cortona School located?

St. Margaret Of Cortona School is located in the North Riverdale neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 2 other private schools located in North Riverdale.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Bronx, NY is $20,761 for elementary schools and $24,850 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Bronx, NY is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).