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#171 of 202 private schools in CT

St Mark School

Elementary School

500 WIGWAM LN STE 2, Stratford, CT 06614

Private

Enrollment

175

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#171 of 202

In Stratford

#3 of 3

public schools

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St Mark School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Stratford · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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4.5/10

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About St Mark School

St Mark School is a private elementary school in Stratford, CT. St Mark School serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #171 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares1.2 pts below CT schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 175 students, St Mark School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

St Mark 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

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How St Mark School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Stratford, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
175
This School
vs
393
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.3
This School
vs
4.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 73.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 11.4% vs 0%
Black 6.9% vs 0%
Asian 3.4% vs 0%
St Mark School Stratford Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Mark School (this school) 5.3
Eli Whitney School 6.2
Harry B. Flood Middle School 3.7
Chapel School 5.4
Second Hill Lane School 4.2
David Wooster Middle School 3.3
Wilcoxson School 4.4
Nichols School 3.5
Franklin School 4.6
Stratford Academy - Johnson House 2.3
Stratford Academy - Victoria Soto School 2.4
Lordship School 4.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 CT.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 19.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 44%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 175
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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 CT

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 73.1%
Hispanic 11.4%
Black 6.9%
Two or More 5.1%
Asian 3.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

500 WIGWAM LN STE 2, Stratford, CT 06614

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Mark School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J. F. Kennedy School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Milford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eli Whitney School (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Six-Six Magnet School (rated 5.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Stratford, see our Stratford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Eli Whitney School Stratford 0.5 mi 6.2
Bunnell High School Stratford 0.5 mi 4.5
Harry B. Flood Middle School Stratford 0.9 mi 3.7
Chapel School Stratford 1.0 mi 5.4
David Wooster Middle School Stratford 1.3 mi 3.3
Wilcoxson School Stratford 1.5 mi 4.4
Second Hill Lane School Stratford 1.3 mi 4.2
Nichols School Stratford 1.9 mi 3.5
Stratford High School Stratford 2.2 mi 3.7
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Trumbull 1.9 mi 5.5
Franklin School Stratford 2.6 mi 4.6
ST JAMES SCHOOL Stratford 2.7 mi 5.3
Thomas Hooker School Bridgeport 2.1 mi 5.1
Six-Six Magnet School Bridgeport 2.4 mi 5.6
Multicultural Magnet School Bridgeport 2.4 mi 4.7
High Horizons Magnet School Bridgeport 2.4 mi 3.1
J. F. Kennedy School Milford 2.3 mi 8.6
Bullard-Havens Technical High School Bridgeport 2.7 mi 5.1
Edison School Bridgeport 2.9 mi 3.9
Hall School Bridgeport 3.0 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,656

Median Home Value

$342,700

Median Rent

$1,733/mo

Population

35,538

College Educated

39.2%

Homeownership

88.3%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

47.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bakerville Consolidated School New Hartford, CT 5.3
ST JAMES SCHOOL Stratford, CT 5.3
Silver Lane School East Hartford, CT 5.3
CATHOLIC STREAM ACADEMY OF WATERBURY Waterbury, CT 5.2
Metacomet School Bloomfield, CT 5.2
ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Danbury, CT 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Mark School

What grades does St Mark School serve?

St Mark School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Mark School?

St Mark School has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mark School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Mark School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Mark School rank in CT?

St Mark School ranks #171 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is St Mark School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Mark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 School a private school?

Yes, St Mark 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 School a religious school?

St Mark School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
175
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfield County

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