Very Good
#18 of 82 private schools in ID
Top 21% of private schools
St Marks Elementary School
Elementary School
7503 W NORTHVIEW ST, Boise, ID 83704
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Idaho private schools
#18 of 82
In Boise
#5 of 15
public schools
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St Marks Elementary School
Elementary School in Boise · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Marks Elementary School
St Marks Elementary School is a private elementary school in Boise, ID. St Marks Elementary School serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Marks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Marks 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 Marks Elementary School compares to 69 public schools serving similar grades in Boise, ID
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Marks Elementary School (this school) | 7.0 |
| FAIRMONT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| MORLEY NELSON ELEMENTARY | 6.5 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| KOELSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY | 5.2 |
| ADA COUNTY JUVENILE CENTER | — |
| HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY | 8.6 |
| INSPIRE VIRTUAL CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| TAFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| GRACE JORDAN ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.3 |
| McMillan Elementary | 8.1 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| PIERCE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| MADISON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.7 |
Showing 20 of 69 schools. View all schools in Boise
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 ID.
Data Unavailable
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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 ID
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
7503 W NORTHVIEW ST, Boise, ID 83704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Marks Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Another option is FUTURE PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAIRMONT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| NORTHVIEW MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Boise | 0.1 mi | — |
| MORLEY NELSON ELEMENTARY Boise | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| CAPITAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Boise | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| KOELSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| VINEYARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| ADA COUNTY JUVENILE CENTER Boise | 1.3 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CLOVERDALE MONTESSORI Boise | 1.4 mi | — |
| IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE SCHOOL Nampa | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL Garden City | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| CARDINAL ACADEMY Boise | 1.7 mi | — |
| FUTURE PUBLIC SCHOOL Garden City | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| INSPIRE VIRTUAL CHARTER SCHOOL Boise | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,806
Median Home Value
$354,400
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
41,406
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID | 7.0 |
| HOWARD E THIRKILL PRIMARY SCHOOL Soda Springs, ID | 7.0 |
| PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Boise, ID | 7.0 |
| POCATELLO COMMUNITY CHARTER Pocatello, ID | 7.0 |
| ROLLING HILLS PUBLIC CHARTER Boise, ID | 7.0 |
| ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen, ID | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Marks Elementary School
What grades does St Marks Elementary School serve?
St Marks Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Marks Elementary School?
St Marks Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Marks Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Marks Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Marks Elementary School rank in ID?
St Marks Elementary School ranks #18 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is St Marks Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Marks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Marks Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Marks 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 Marks Elementary School a religious school?
St Marks Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 327
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Phone
- (208) 375-6654
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