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#321 of 478 private schools in IN

St Mark Catholic School

Elementary School

541 E EDGEWOOD AVE, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Private

Enrollment

439

Student-Teacher

23.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#321 of 478

In Indianapolis

#60 of 64

public schools

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St Mark Catholic School

5.9/10

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

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6.1/10

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About St Mark Catholic School

St Mark Catholic School is a private elementary school in Indianapolis, IN. St Mark Catholic School serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mark Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #321 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for St Mark Catholic School show 56% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it compares0.7 pts below IN schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

St Mark Catholic School runs 23.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

St Mark Catholic 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 Catholic School compares to 191 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
23.1:1
This School
vs
16.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
439
This School
vs
562
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 64.9% vs 0%
White 31.7% vs 0%
Black 2.1% vs 0%
St Mark Catholic School Indianapolis Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Mark Catholic School (this school) 5.9
William Henry Burkhart Elementary 6.1
RISE Learning Center 5.3
Homecroft Elementary School 5.8
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School 5.7
Southport 6th Grade Academy 5.9
Southport Middle School 5.0
Clinton Young Elementary School 3.5
Douglas MacArthur Elementary Sch 8.0
Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy 7.0
Perry Meridian Middle School 7.4
Southport Elementary School 7.7
Winchester Village Elementary 5.4
Jeremiah Gray Elementary School 4.8
Emma Donnan Elementary and Middle 7.1
Christel House Academy South 4.1
Glenns Valley Elementary School 7.6
Rosa Parks Elementary School 6.8
Mary Bryan Elementary School 6.4
Eleanor Skillen School 34 3.6
Frederick Douglass School 19 3.6

Showing 20 of 191 schools. View all schools in Indianapolis

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 IN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 23.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 48%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 439
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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 IN

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.1% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
42.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 63.5% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
40.6% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Asian 64.9%
White 31.7%
Black 2.1%
Two or More 0.9%
Pacific Islander 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

541 E EDGEWOOD AVE, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Mark Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Douglas MacArthur Elementary Sch (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southport Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
William Henry Burkhart Elementary Indianapolis 0.5 mi 6.1
CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 0.5 mi 7.8
Southport High School Indianapolis 0.6 mi 5.8
RISE Learning Center Indianapolis 0.8 mi 5.3
Homecroft Elementary School Indianapolis 1.1 mi 5.8
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Indianapolis 1.2 mi 5.7
Excel Center - University Heights Indianapolis 1.8 mi 2.9
Douglas MacArthur Elementary Sch Indianapolis 1.8 mi 8.0
Southport 6th Grade Academy Indianapolis 1.5 mi 5.9
Southport Middle School Indianapolis 1.5 mi 5.0
Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy Indianapolis 2.0 mi 7.0
The Hope Academy Inc. Indianapolis 2.1 mi 6.0
Perry Meridian Middle School Indianapolis 2.1 mi 7.4
Clinton Young Elementary School Indianapolis 1.7 mi 3.5
Perry Meridian High School Indianapolis 2.3 mi 6.6
Southport Elementary School Indianapolis 2.1 mi 7.7
ST ROCH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.5 mi 7.0
ST JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.1 mi 6.4
ST BARNABAS SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.6 mi 6.8
Winchester Village Elementary Indianapolis 2.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,993

Median Home Value

$192,600

Median Rent

$994/mo

Population

57,164

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

45.2%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

32.7

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Brush Creek Elementary School North Vernon, IN 5.9
CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Haven, IN 5.9
Churubusco Elementary School Churubusco, IN 5.9
DE MOTTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Demotte, IN 5.9
EMMANUEL-ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Fort Wayne, IN 5.9
Eastbrook North Elementary Van Buren, IN 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Mark Catholic School

What grades does St Mark Catholic School serve?

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

How many students attend St Mark Catholic School?

St Mark Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Mark Catholic School is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Mark Catholic School rank in IN?

St Mark Catholic School ranks #321 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is St Mark Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Mark Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at St Mark Catholic School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Mark Catholic School has 56% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is St Mark Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Mark Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?

St Mark Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
439
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County

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