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St. Marks School

5.00 (1 review)
1983 Dayton Ave Saint Paul, MN 55104
Tel: (651) 644-3380
www.onestrongfamily.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 187 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,500
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Marks School Photo #1 - Innovative and personalized teaching at Saint Mark's School nurtures excitement in learning. "The heart of the intelligent acquires learning, the ears of the wise search for knowledge." Proverbs 18:15
St. Marks School Photo #2 - "Bring the children to me." Saint Mark's Catholic School introduces students to reflection and prayer from a young age.
St. Marks School Photo #3 - Students are prepared for success. Test scores are consistently high, but even more significantly, children are coached on becoming the best version of themselves.
St. Marks School Photo #4 - Students are valued as unique children of God, each with our own gifts to cultivate and share.
St. Marks School Photo #5 - In addition to rigorous standard curriculum, Saint Mark's PreK-8 specialists teach Enhanced Academics, Music, Physical Education, Spanish, and Art.
St. Marks School Photo #6 - Service to others teaches empathy and fulfills our calling as members of a larger community. Saint Mark's students regularly participate in service projects, grounded in Catholic teaching on social justice and love for our neighbor.
St. Marks School Photo #7 - A strong parent network creates a supportive environment for learning and growth. Students aren't the only ones developing friendships and creating community. Saint Mark's is a place where families thrive.
St. Marks School Photo #8 - The youngest Markers and their parents are thrilled with a new program called ECFL (Early Childhood Family Life). Parents and children build knowledge and support in facilitated discussion groups, play, joy and elements of Faith.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 187 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,500
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Marks School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeSt. Marks School
Pre-K48
Kind6
118
214
315
416
520
615
715
820
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ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1912

Student Body

Total Students
187 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 23%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Logo shirt, navy pants or tartan skirt.

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$5,500
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Tuition Notes
Tuition aid available. Please inquire.
% on Financial Aid
70%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Principal
Admissions Associate
Office Manager
Endowment Size
$1 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
SoccerSwimming
Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Book ClubBoy Scouts Of America
Girl Scouts Of AmericaMath Club


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Karate Class

School Notes

  • Our mission is to work in partnership with families, inspire a lifelong dedication to learning, embrace Catholic faith and values, and prepare students to be successful in a global community.
  • We work in partnership with families to nurture the whole child with a particular emphasis on development of virtue and concrete, practical life skills to make our students great at life.
  • We offer and advanced core curriculum and extracurricular opportunities to encourage lifelong learning.
  • We believe that every child has a unique calling and unique God-given abilities, and we invest in ensuring that each child becomes his or her best unique self.
  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
  • An excellent preK-8 school, with preschool and extended day care, in a welcoming Catholic environment.
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Marks School cost?
St. Marks School's tuition is approximately $5,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Marks School?
The acceptance rate of St. Marks School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
What sports does St. Marks School offer?
St. Marks School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Marks School's ranking?
St. Marks School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Marks School?
The application deadline for St. Marks School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (PC Closed)
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)

School Reviews

5  
We absolutely love the pre-school program at St. Mark's. The teachers, staff and vice-principal who run the pre-school truly care about each child and go out of their way to make each child feel special and loved. They keep the kids busy doing art, music, sensory bins, learning their numbers/letters/writing their name and lots of gym/outdoor play.
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