The BSM Difference

At Benilde-St. Margaret's, we offer the academics, athletics, and activities of a large private school alongside the personal connection of a community where every student is named, known, and loved.

The result is an education that challenges students to grow, grounds them in faith, and prepares them to lead well beyond their time at BSM.

Hear From Our Red Knights

BSM students share what they love about life at Benilde-St. Margaret's, in their own words.

Alexandra Sifferlin '08

Student ('08)

Why BSM?

High School

BSM Overview

What Sets the BSM Experience Apart

Opportunity

Big Opportunities, Close Community

Students get the range of academics, athletics, and activities of a larger school, paired with the personal connection of a place where they are known. With more than 70 athletic programs, clubs, and activities, and a student body of just over 1,000, BSM is large enough to offer real choice and small enough that no student gets lost.

Explore Athletics & Activities

Faculty

Teachers Who Know Your Student

With an 11-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, students learn from teachers who understand how they think, where they struggle, and what they are capable of. Our faculty know students by name and walk alongside them, building the kind of relationships that help young people take academic risks and grow with confidence.

View Our Faculty & Staff Directory

Faith

A Foundation of Faith

Rooted in the Catholic, Lasallian tradition, BSM helps students develop strong values, a sense of purpose, and a commitment to serving others. Faith formation and service learning are woven through the BSM experience, shaping students who think beyond themselves and lead with character.

Explore Our Catholic Identity

Academics

Ready for College and for Life

A rigorous, college-preparatory program prepares Red Knights to succeed at the next level and to lead well beyond it. With 25 AP courses and advanced academic programming, BSM builds college-ready skills early. More than 200 graduates from the Class of 2025 are now studying at over 80 universities, including UCLA, Boston College, Notre Dame, and the University of Michigan.

Explore BSM Academics

Experience

Student using microscope in science class

Real-World Experience

Through signature programs like EPIC, juniors and seniors step beyond the classroom into internships and hands-on learning that shape their futures. These experiences connect students with real-world professionals and help them test their interests, build skills, and clarify the path ahead before they ever leave campus.

Discover the EPIC Program

Guidance

Guidance Every Step of the Way

Dedicated college counselors work closely with each student to find the right fit and open doors to the colleges where they will thrive. With full-time counselors providing multi-year planning at every grade level, BSM ensures no student navigates the college search alone, and our robust learning support team serves students across a wide range of learning styles and needs.

Explore College & School Counseling

Belonging

All Are Welcome Here

Students of all faiths and backgrounds find a place in our community, where they are challenged to grow, encouraged to lead, and known for who they are. While BSM is grounded in Catholic values, nearly 40% of our students are non-Catholic, and every Red Knight is welcomed into a culture built on belonging, not just achievement.

Explore Our School Culture