St. Mark Chriian Academy in Portsmouth, VA serves 70 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 5th grade in a small city–based campus.
Founded in 2008, the school has a udent–teacher ratio of 9:1 with 8 total teachers providing instruction.
The academy is affiliated with the Bapti tradition and holds membership in the Association of Christian Schools International and Alternative School Network.
The udent body is highly diverse, with 96.43% of students representing students of color, placing the school among the top 20% in Virginia for diversity.
Admissions are rolling with an application deadline of Augu 15, and the campus encompasses 5 acres within the Portsmouth community.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Application Deadline: Aug. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mark Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
5 acres
Student Body
Total Students
70 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
yellow polo shirts and navy blue pants
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Aug. 15 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Monthly - Due on 1st; Late charges apply after the 5th.
Admissions Director
Mrs. Victoria L. Gray
Admissions Associate
Ms. Sallie V. Turner
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Pursuing Christ's Standards of Excellence!
- We are a Christian Private School. Families attending SMCA must be in agreement with the school`s Statement of Faith and Cooperation.We do not have the facilities or staff to support Special Education Services. SMCA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions, and other school administered programs.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Mark Christian Academy often compared to?
St. Mark Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Mark Christian Academy?
The application deadline for St. Mark Christian Academy is Aug. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Aug. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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Location
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Quick Facts
4811 High Street W
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 414-1495
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 414-1495
3.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 27 students
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(757) 539-8789
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-8789
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Portsmouth Christian School
(Baptist)
3214 Elliott Ave
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 393-0725
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 393-0725
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Portsmouth, VA 23701
(757) 488-6744
Portsmouth, VA 23701
(757) 488-6744
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Court Street Academy
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