San Marcos Academy
Tel:
(512) 753-8000
- Founded in 1907 San Marcos Academy is a coeducational, Christian boarding and day school located in the beautiful Texas hill country. Our mission is "to educate young men and women in a nurturing community based upon Christian values."
- We offer both 7-day and 5-day boarding programs for grades 6-12 as well as a day program for grades K-12.
- The Academy features a college preparatory curriculum that can be tailored to accommodate a broad range of learning abilities. Our academic program offers leadership training; dual-credit college and AP courses; a strong fine arts department; an Accommodated Learning Program for student with mild to moderate learning differences; and English as a Second Language support for international students.
- The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (AdvancEd) and the Accreditation Committee of the Texas Association of Baptist Schools and is recognized by the Texas Education Agency.
- Small classes (with an average of 12 students) and a student-teacher ratio of 9:1 provide an effective learning environment with individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student. Structure, discipline and nurturing supervision, including required study halls, are provided in the girls and boys dormitories. Ninety-five percent or more of our graduates move immediately into post-secondary education at schools throughout the country.
- The Academy is rich in tradition and is a vital part of the local community.
- The school offers a rolling enrollment. San Marcos Academy is affiliated with Texas Baptists.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Students: 340 students
- Yearly Tuition: $41,250
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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San Marcos Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) AdvancED |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, ADHD |
| Year Founded | 1907 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 340 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 33% State avg.: 38% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 45 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 60% |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 14 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Maintenance, AP Computer Programming, AP Physics I, College U.S. History 1301, 1302, Computer Science Principles AP, English 1301, 1302, Environmental Science AP, Macroeconomics AP, Math 1310 (Algebra), Math 1311 (Trigonometry), Math 2302 (Statistics), POLS 1302 (Government), PSYC 1301 |
| Average SAT score | 1137 |
| Average ACT score | 23 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (khaki pants, polo shirts, plaid skirts) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $41,250 |
| Tuition Notes | 5-day tuition is 31000 day tuition is 10350 international boarding tuition is 46500 |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,000 |
| Acceptance Rate | 80% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Corey Boyer |
| Admissions Associate | Mattie Howard |
| Endowment Size | $8 million |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 12 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 9 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Equestrian Club, JROTC, Leo Club, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Student Ambassadors, Student Council Recreational Athletic Programs: Intramurals, Running Club |
School Notes
- Quality Academics With Low Teacher-Student Ratio
- AP/Honors and Regular College Prep Curricula
- Dual Credit College Courses
- Learning Skills Program For Students With Mild To Moderate Learning Differences
- English As A Second Language Support
- Structured Environment
- Leadership Development Program
- Junior ROTC Programs
- LD types supported: Mild to Moderate Learning Differences (ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia)
- School accreditations: Approved or accredited by Accreditation Commission of the Texas Association of Baptist Schools, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (AdvancEd), Texas Education Agency, The Association of Boarding Schools, Texas Department of Education
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