St. Mark Christian Academy serves 70 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the Alternative School Network.
The student:teacher of St. Mark Christian Academy is 9:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Baptist.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Yearly Tuition: $650
- 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
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
5
Student Body
Total Students
70 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 30%
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
Yearly Tuition Cost
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
How much does St. Mark Christian Academy cost?
St. Mark Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $650 for private students.
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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The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to St. Mark Christian Academy is Portsmouth Christian School (0.9 miles away)
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Grades: NS-PK | 27 students 3.8 miles 4811 High Street W
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(757) 414-1495
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 414-1495
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NS-PK
27
Grades: PK-12 | 919 students 16.5 miles 3373 Pruden Blvd
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-8789
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-8789
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PK-12
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Portsmouth Christian School
(Baptist)
Grades: PK-12 | 608 students 0.9 miles 3214 Elliott Ave
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 393-0725
Portsmouth, VA 23702
(757) 393-0725
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PK-12
608
Grades: PK-8 | 193 students 1.7 miles 2301 Oregon Ave
Portsmouth, VA 23701
(757) 488-6744
Portsmouth, VA 23701
(757) 488-6744
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PK-8
193
Court Street Academy
(Baptist)
Grades: PK-1 | 40 students 2 miles 447 Court St
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-2312
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 393-2312
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PK-1
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