Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,725
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Margaret's Episcopal School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,725
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. Margaret's Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
154 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms required
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition noted is for K-5 students. Middle School tuition is $8225. Payment schedules are available.
% on Financial Aid
28%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Tina Maize
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Girl ScoutsYouth Group
School Notes
- St. Margaret's Episcopal School creates an intimate learning environment where student/teacher connections can be nurtured, academic excellence emphasized, and traditional moral values instilled.
- Accelerated Math & Language Arts* Spanish*Instructional Technology Program*Art & Science Lab*Small Class Sizes*Safe Environment* Strong Communication with Parents* Character Education Classes* Weekly Chapel Services* Physical Education and Sports Programs* Music Program After School Care*
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Margaret's Episcopal School cost?
St. Margaret's Episcopal School's tuition is approximately $7,725 for private students.
What schools are St. Margaret's Episcopal School often compared to?
St. Margaret's Episcopal School is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Margaret's Episcopal School?
The acceptance rate of St. Margaret's Episcopal School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does St. Margaret's Episcopal School offer?
St. Margaret's Episcopal School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Margaret's Episcopal School?
The application deadline for St. Margaret's Episcopal School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Margaret's Episcopal School vs. Sacred Heart School
The nearest high school to St. Margaret's Episcopal School is Xavier College Preparatory High School (5.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Montessori School Of The Desert (2.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Academy Pdpcp (0.0 miles away)
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Gr: PK-K | 68 students
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
47321 Highway 74
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 568-4360
Distance: 2.1 mi
Gr: K-4 | 13 students
Montessori School
73925 Fred Waring Dr
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 773-0984
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 27 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Daycare / Preschool
43-550 Palmila Circle
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 861-4545
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 598 students
Avg. class size: 30 students
Sports: 5
Catholic
43775 Deep Canyon Rd
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 636-2323
Distance: 3.8 mi
Gr: K-8 | 45 students
Seventh Day Adventist
74200 Country Club Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 779-1799
Distance: 5.0 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 467 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 18
Catholic
34200 Cook St
Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 601-3900
Distance: 5.8 mi
Gr: K-12 | 30 students
Alternative School
78365 Hwy 111 Ste 401
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 702-5324
Distance: 6.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 344 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 23
35525 Da Vall Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 328-0861
Distance: 6.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 620 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 9
Christian
40700 Yucca Lane
Indio, CA 92203
(760) 345-2848
Distance: 8.4 mi
Gr: K-10 | 27 students
Specialized Curriculum (Methodist)
75580 Ramon Rd
Thousand Palms, CA 92276
(760) 250-7289
Distance: 2.1 mi
Gr: K-4 | 13 students
Montessori School
73925 Fred Waring Dr
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 773-0984
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 598 students
Avg. class size: 30 students
Sports: 5
Catholic
43775 Deep Canyon Rd
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 636-2323
Distance: 3.8 mi
Gr: K-8 | 45 students
Seventh Day Adventist
74200 Country Club Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 779-1799
Distance: 5.3 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 24 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Montessori School
43250 Warner Trl
Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 345-1888
Distance: 5.8 mi
Gr: K-12 | 30 students
Alternative School
78365 Hwy 111 Ste 401
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 702-5324
Gr: PK-K | 68 students
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
47321 Highway 74
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 568-4360
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 27 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Daycare / Preschool
43-550 Palmila Circle
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 861-4545
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 598 students
Avg. class size: 30 students
Sports: 5
Catholic
43775 Deep Canyon Rd
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 636-2323
Distance: 5.3 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 24 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Montessori School
43250 Warner Trl
Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 345-1888
Distance: 5.8 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 214 students
42675 Washington St
Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 345-8100
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Quick Facts
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
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Top 10%10
45-768 Portola Ave.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4350
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4350
1.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 746 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
(Math: 26% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
74-100 Rutledge Way
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4340
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4340
2.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 607 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
74-200 Rutledge Way
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4320
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4320
2.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,298 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
(Math: 34% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
74-910 Aztec Rd.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4300
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4300
2.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,079 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
42-985 Indian Trail Rd.
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 836-3680
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 836-3680
2.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 349 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
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