St. Margaret’s School (VA)
Tappahannock
VA
USA
Overview
St. Margaret's is a girls' Episcopal boarding and day school serving grades 8-PG on the Rappahannock River in Virginia. An innovative S.T.R.E.A.M college prep program integrates Science, Technology, River, Engineering, Arts, and Math in a remarkable educational experience. Five reasons girls belong at St. Margaret's School: College Preparedness: Challenge yourself with a collaborative STEAM curriculum and rigorous academics, including Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses to start earning college credit. Our college counselor will help you to navigate the different colleges and degree fields to best prepare you for life after graduation from St. Margaret's. River Program: St. Margaret's offers a waterfront campus along the Rappahannock River. The river weaves through all aspects of school life, from the classroom to activities. So jump into a sailboat, take care of an oyster garden, conduct science labs from our beach, and explore our riverfront community. Episcopal Community: Grounded in Episcopal tenets, St. Margaret's School is for girls who want to be part of a welcoming and inclusive community where they can be their authentic self. Our girls live by the "Gospel of Doing" and these words from our school prayer: As we grow in age, may we grow in grace. Athletics: We encourage our students to challenge themselves and join the team. With many athletic opportunities to choose from - including crew, volleyball, and tennis - you'll be sure to find the team that's right for you. Visual and Performing Arts: Perform with the choir, direct a school play, set up an easel to paint on our River Lawn, or be inspired in our ceramics studio. St. Margaret's robust arts program offers you a variety of visual and performing arts opportunities that will encourage you to explore your creativity and express yourself.
Academics
Department Director
Student/Teacher Ratio: :
Average Class Size:
Summer Programs: Not Offered
Full Time Teachers:
Number of AP Courses Offered: 8
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 0%
Number of IB Courses Offered: 0
Learning Support
- Evening Study Assistance
- Learning Center
- Learning Differences Support
- ADD/ADHD Support
English
- Literature
- AP English Language
- AP English Literature
- American Literature
History
- European History
- Medieval History
- United States History
- World History
Foreign Languages
- Latin
- Spanish
- English as a Second Language
Religion / Philosophy
- The Bible
Sciences
- Anatomy
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Engineering
Math
- Algebra
- Calculus
- Geometry
- Probability
- Statistics
- Pre-Calculus
- Pre-Algebra
Music
- Choral Music
- Music History
- Voice
Performing / Visual Arts
- Art History
- Drama
- Graphic Design
- 3-D Art
Special Programs
- Community Service
- Exchange Programs
- Leadership
- Outdoor Education
- Physical Education
- Student Council
Distinctive or New Programs
- STREAM (Science, Technology, River, Engineering, Art, Math) is our all-school co-curriculum, incorporating our river into all aspects of our classroom and campus life.
Campus Life
Dorm Life
Number of Dorms: 3
Average Students Per Dorm:
Number of Girls Dorms: 3
Number of Boys Dorms: 0
Dorm Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Lounge
- Vending Machines
- Wireless Internet
- Full Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Other Dorm Amenities
Fitness Room
Facilities
- Basketball Court
- Pool
- Soccer Field
- Athletic Fields
- Equestrian Facilities
- Rowing Facility
Other Facilities
Clubs & Organizations
Arts & Athletics
Arts Department Director:
Athletics Department Director: Cornelius Snead
Arts
- Art History
- Drama
- Graphic Design
- 3-D Art
Interscholastic Sports
- Basketball
- Crew
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Volleyball
Recreational Sports
- Equestrian
Graduates
Summary: St. Margaret's School has offered a college preparatory education for over 100 years on the banks of Virginia's Rappahannock River. Our Office of College Counseling helps navigate students and their families through the process of choosing a college that will be the best fit and align with a student's interests and career aspirations. At St. Margaret's, this highly individualized process officially begins during a student's sophomore year then becomes more focused during their junior year with opportunities to visit colleges and meet with admission representatives. We connect students with the SAT, ACT, and PSAT, as well as preparation courses. We also offer a variety of Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses through our partnership with Rappahannock Community College, so our students have the opportunity to start earning college credits while attending St. Margaret's. Individual meetings with the Dean of College Counseling continue to take place into a student's senior year as we guide them through the college application process, navigate scholarship opportunities, and support them through their enrollment.
College Information
Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%
| Middle Percentile of SAT Scores | Reading | Math | Writing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | 480 | 490 | |
| 75th percentile | 620 | 660 |
College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:
Longwood University: 4.0
James Madison University: 4.0
Sweet Briar College: 2.0
Worcester Polytechnic Institute: 2.0
Wentworth Institute of Technology: 1.0
Virginia Commonwealth University: 5.0
Utah Tech University: 1.0
University of Virginia: 1.0
University of South Florida: 1.0
University of South Carolina: 1.0
University of Rhode Island: 1.0
University of Mary Washington: 1.0
University of Lynchburg: 1.0
University of Kentucky: 1.0
University of Illinois at Chicago: 1.0
University of Hartford: 1.0
University of Central Florida: 1.0
UNC Wilmington: 1.0
UNC Charlotte: 1.0
Towson University: 2.0
Temple University: 1.0
Stony Brook University: 1.0
School of the Art Institute of Chicago: 1.0
Rider University: 1.0
Richard Bland College: 1.0
Regent University: 1.0
Radford University: 1.0
Queens University at Charlotte: 1.0
Providence College: 1.0
Pace University New York City: 1.0
Old Dominion University: 1.0
Ohio State University: 1.0
North Carolina A&T University: 1.0
Morgan State University: 1.0
Mitchell College: 1.0
Michigan State University: 1.0
Meredith College: 1.0
McDaniel College: 1.0
Mary Baldwin University: 1.0
Loyola University Chicago: 1.0
Longwood University: 1.0
Liberty University: 1.0
James Madison University: 1.0
Howard University: 1.0
Hollins University: 1.0
Hofstra University Honors College: 1.0
Georgia State University: 2.0
George Mason University: 3.0
Florida State University: 1.0
Emmanuel College: 1.0
Emerson College: 1.0
Eckerd College: 1.0
East Carolina University: 1.0
Drew University: 1.0
DePaul University: 1.0
College of Charleston: 1.0
Coastal Carolina University: 1.0
Cleveland State University: 1.0
Clark University: 1.0
Boston College:
Berklee College of Music:
Baltimore City Community College:
Auburn University at Montgomery:
Appalachian State University:
American University: 1.0
The Citadel: 1
John Jay College: 3
Penn State (main): 2
Virginia Tech: 3
St John's: 5
Vital Information
Student Body Type: All Girls
Total Boarding: 50
Total Day: 20
Total Enrollment: 70
Boys: 0
Girls: 70
Boarding Grades Offered: 8-12
Day Grades Offered: 8-12
School Type: Middle, High School, Post-grad
Dress Code: Uniform
Applications Accepted: SAO
Application Deadline: Rolling
Tuition & Financial Aid
7-Day Boarding: $57,500
5-Day Boarding: $46,150
Day Tuition Fee: $21,000
Need-Based Aid: Offered
Payment Plans: Offered
Students Receiving Aid: %
Average Awarded: $0
School Finances
Merit Scholarships: Not Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %
Average Merit Scholarship: $0
Current Endowment Amount: $0
Contact
Director of Admissions: Edwina Bell
Admissions Phone: 804.443.3357
Email: admit@sms.org
Website: www.sms.org
School Events
SMS Fall Open House 2:
Friday Nov 10 2023 - Friday Nov 10 2023
09:00:00am - 12:00:00pm
Spend a morning on the riverfront campus of St. Margaret's. Choose a Friday, November 3rd or November 10th, from 9am to Noon. RSVP at admit@sms.org or click the link to register online.
SMS Fall Open House 1:
Friday Nov 03 2023 - Friday Nov 03 2023
09:00:00am - 12:00:00pm
Spend a morning on the riverfront campus of St. Margaret's. Choose a Friday, November 3rd or November 10th, from 9am to Noon. RSVP at admit@sms.org or click the link to register online.
SMS Fall Open House 2:
Friday Nov 10 2023 - Friday Nov 10 2023
09:00:00am - 12:00:00pm
Spend a morning on the riverfront campus of St. Margaret's. Choose a Friday, November 3rd or November 10th, from 9am to Noon. RSVP at admit@sms.org or click the link to register online.
SMS Fall Open House 1:
Friday Nov 03 2023 - Friday Nov 03 2023
09:00:00am - 12:00:00pm
Spend a morning on the riverfront campus of St. Margaret's. Choose a Friday, November 3rd or November 10th, from 9am to Noon. RSVP at admit@sms.org or click the link to register online.
