St Mark's High School

2501 Pike Creek Road, Wilmington, DE, 19808-0198
Tel: (302)738-3300
Grades: 9 - 12 | 1250 students
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Saint Mark's is a Diocesan, Catholic college preparatory high school that educates young men and women to be leaders whose faith and service reflect the values of excellence, humility, and integrity. Our students learn Christ's commandment to love one another and they experience firsthand the joys of giving service to the community. Saint Mark's students acquire a sense of justice and learn to live responsibly in the world. Our broad curriculum and extensive opportunities for involvement allow each student to develop to his or her fullest potential. In academics, athletics, the arts – in all aspects of their lives – Saint Mark's students are motivated to succeed. We invite you to come to Saint Mark's and experience our very special feeling of belonging.

School Overview:
St Mark's High School
School Membership(s) Delaware Association of Independent Schools
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported mild learning/language-based disabilities / Attention Deficit Disorder / Dyslexia / Asperger syndrome /mild vision problems
Year Founded 1969
Student Body
Total Students 1250 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 12% (DE School Avg.: 21%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 110 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 12:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 24 students
Number of AP Courses 22 courses
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses
Biology Calculus AB
Calculus BC Chemistry
Comparative Government & Politics English Language
English Literature Environmental Science
European History French Language
German Language Macroeconomics
Microeconomics Music Theory
Physics C Psychology
Spanish Language Spanish Literature
Statistics Studio Art
U.S. Government & Politics U.S. History
Average SAT score 1589
Average ACT score 23
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
Classroom dress code Formal
(Boys: Regulation khaki pants and regulation polo shirt (Fall/Spring), regulation khaki pants, dress shirt, tie and blazer (winter) Girls: regulation khaki pants or skirt and regulation polo shirt)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $10,000
Tuition Notes Tuition payable in 11 monthly installments. Tuition assistance available
% on Financial Aid 25%
Average Financial Aid Grant $2,000
Admissions Director Clarice Kwasnieski
Admissions Associate Marianne Driscoll
Sports
Total Sports Offered 20 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Cheering Crew
Cross Country Drill Team
Field Hockey Football
Golf Ice Hockey
Lacrosse Soccer
Softball Swimming
Tennis Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball
Winter Track Wrestling
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 42 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Academic Challenge Blue/Gold Friendship
Chemistry Club Concert Band
Environmental Club Fall Drama Production
Film Club Film Production
Future Educators of America (FEA) Games & Strategy
Indoor Dance Team International Club
Intramural Bowling Jazz Band
Key Club Law Club
Marching Band Markings Literary Magazine
Math League Mock Trial
Model United Nations National Honor Society
Odyssey of the Mind One Act Play Festival
Pax Christi Peer Leaders
Precision Dancers Psychology Club
SADD-YELL School Newspaper
Science Olympiad Sign Language Club
Ski Club Spartan Morning News
Spring Musical String Ensemble
Student Ambassadors Tech Crew (Drama)
Twirlers Variety Show
Yearbook Z Club

School Notes:

    •  5 Academic Levels to meet the needs of each student
    • More than 100 service groups, clubs, activities and athletic teams
    • 98% of graduates pursue higher education
    • $1 million in need based tuition assistance available
    •  Saint Mark's High School offers each student a unique blend of academics, arts, athletics, co-curricular activities, college scholarship opportunities, affordability and excitement, creating a high school experience that is unparalleled in the area. The private campus is spectacular with over 50 acres of land, situated just off Kirkwood Highway, minutes from Newark and easily accessible from Routes 1 and I-95. Our co-educational program features five distinct academic levels and Delaware's largest Advanced Placement program. With the assistance of our college placement counselors, more than 97 percent of Saint Mark's graduates attend college with many awarded scholarships and grants to the school of their choice. Continual improvements to our facilities and technology keep Saint Mark's on the cutting edge. Recent projects include renovating science labs and art rooms and expanding our athletic fields. We have been recognized both regionally and nationally for our leadership not only in teaching technology, but for also integrating it into our curriculum, empowering students to be better learners who are able to work in increasingly technology-dependent environments. Saint Mark's remains one of the most affordable private or Catholic high schools in the area, and we are committed to helping parents afford an outstanding education for their children. In addition to providing in excess of $1 million in need-based financial aid every year, we also offer academic scholarships to entering freshmen based on their performance on the Entrance Test. Since our first graduating class in 1973, Saint Mark’s graduates have been encouraged to “go forth from this school to create a better world more pleasing to God and more helpful to man.” Through rigorous academic offerings, competitive athletic programs, and immersive service opportunities, our students learn to be confident leaders and active participants, fully prepared to meet success in the college classroom as well as throughout their careers. We invite you to come to Saint Mark's and experience our very special feeling of belonging. For more information, please call 302.757.8721 or visit our website at www.stmarkshs.net. What Our Students Say "Saint Mark's has a bigger presence for colleges. I love how many extracurricular activities there are and our amazing theatre department. I really like the feel of the people—it makes it worth getting up so early in the morning."                                                                                                                                                        ― Merissa Cope '12 "When I shadowed here, I found it very welcoming. Everyone is treated the same."                                                                                                                                                       ― Sean Locke '12 "Looking at other schools, Saint Mark's really stood out. Coming from a small school, I like the size and all of the activities. And I never had a teacher that I didn't like."                                                                                                                                        ― Stephanie Angeloni '12 "I really like the academic environment, but what really stands out at Saint Mark's are the people. Both the faculty and staff are fantastic to be around."                                                                                                                                        ― Shane Lelwica-Hebeisen '10

    Profile last updated: 03/01/2012

Nearby Schools:

St Mark's High School
Gr. 9-12 | 0 mi. away
Meadowood KinderCare
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 0.5 mi. away
Developing Minds Preschool
Gr. PK-K | 1.3 mi. away
Pike Creek Christian School
Gr. PK-8 | 1.4 mi. away
Goddard Early Learning Center
Gr. K | 1.5 mi. away
Pike Creek KinderCare
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 1.6 mi. away

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School Reviews:

  • Recommended February 28,2012 - I graduated in 1979 and would recommend this school to anyone who wants an education and prep for college.. Wonderful school.. Wonderful memories.. Thanks St. Marks.. Still miss it..*-Posted by Student/Alumni *

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