Very Good
#119 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 7% of private schools
St Mark Elementary School
Elementary School
912 COEUR D ALENE AVE, Venice, CA 90291
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#119 of 1,787
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About St Mark Elementary School
St Mark Elementary School is a private elementary school in Venice, CA. St Mark Elementary School serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mark Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, St Mark Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mark Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Mark Elementary School compares to the 3 public schools in Venice, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Venice
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mark Elementary School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary | 7.8 |
| Broadway Elementary | 9.6 |
| Westminster Avenue Elementary | 7.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
912 COEUR D ALENE AVE, Venice, CA 90291
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mark Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broadway Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grand View Boulevard Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westside Global Awareness Magnet (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Marina Del Rey), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Venice, see our Venice schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Mark School Venice | 0.0 mi | — |
| Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary Venice | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Acton Academy Venice Beach Venice | 0.3 mi | — |
| ACTON ACADEMY VENICE BEACH Venice | 0.3 mi | — |
| ECOLE CLAIREFONTAINE Venice | 0.3 mi | — |
| Mark Twain Middle Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Venice Senior High Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Broadway Elementary Venice | 0.7 mi | 9.6 |
| Animo Venice Charter High Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Phoenix Continuation Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Beethoven Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Walgrove Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Westside Global Awareness Magnet Marina Del Rey | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Short Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Westminster Avenue Elementary Venice | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| The Gray Academy Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | — |
| Learn Academy Mar Vista Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | — |
| James J. McBride Special Education Center Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Grand View Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| WILDWOOD SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90291 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,043
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,630/mo
Population
25,738
College Educated
71.8%
Homeownership
34.5%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Alview Elementary Chowchilla, CA | 7.8 |
| Ballington Acad for the Arts and Scis - San Bernardino San Diego, CA | 7.8 |
| Biola-Pershing Elementary Fresno, CA | 7.8 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
| Enslen Elementary Modesto, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mark Elementary School
What grades does St Mark Elementary School serve?
St Mark Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Mark Elementary School?
St Mark Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mark Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mark Elementary School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mark Elementary School rank in CA?
St Mark Elementary School ranks #119 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Mark Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mark Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mark Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Mark Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Mark Elementary School a religious school?
St Mark Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 821-6612
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