Excellent
#24 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 6% of private schools
St Mark School
Elementary School
4220 RIPA AVE, St. Louis, MO 63125
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#24 of 399
In St. Louis
#7 of 74
public schools
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St Mark School
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About St Mark School
St Mark School is a private elementary school in St. Louis, MO. St Mark School serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
St Mark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 121 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.
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, St Mark School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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
BetaHow St Mark School compares to 171 public schools serving similar grades in St. Louis, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mark School (this school) | 8.2 |
| BIERBAUM ELEM. | 6.4 |
| FORDER ELEM. | 6.5 |
| BAYLESS JUNIOR HIGH | 7.3 |
| BAYLESS ELEMENTARY | 7.8 |
| MOSAIC ELEMENTARY | 8.5 |
| At Home Academy | — |
| MARGARET BUERKLE MIDDLE | 5.1 |
| MESNIER PRIMARY SCH. | 4.8 |
| DRESSEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| GOTSCH INTERMEDIATE SCH. | 7.2 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE | 7.0 |
| BEASLEY ELEM. | 8.5 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE | 3.3 |
| BERNARD MIDDLE | 7.9 |
| LYON AT BLOW ELEM. | 4.6 |
| JOHN CARY EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. | 3.6 |
| BUSCH MS CHARACTER ATHLETICS | 6.7 |
| Woerner Elem | 5.4 |
| SAPPINGTON ELEM. | 7.0 |
| EDGAR ROAD ELEM. | 8.8 |
Showing 20 of 171 schools. View all schools in St. Louis
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 MO.
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 MO
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
4220 RIPA AVE, St. Louis, MO 63125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mark School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOSAIC ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BEASLEY ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BAYLESS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BIERBAUM ELEM. St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| GREEN PARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| BAYLESS SENIOR HIGH St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| BAYLESS JUNIOR HIGH St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| BAYLESS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| MOSAIC ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| FORDER ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| At Home Academy St. Louis | 1.5 mi | — |
| MEHLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Affton | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| HANCOCK PLACE MIDDLE Lemay | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| HANCOCK SR. HIGH St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| MARGARET BUERKLE MIDDLE St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| AFFTON HIGH St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| HANCOCK PLACE ELEM. Lemay | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| MESNIER PRIMARY SCH. St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| COR JESU ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE St. Louis | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ST RAPHAEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,683
Median Home Value
$166,200
Median Rent
$920/mo
Population
32,701
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MIRIAM SCHOOL Webster Groves, MO | 8.2 |
| RICH HILL ELEM. Rich Hill, MO | 8.2 |
| THE WILSON SCHOOL Clayton, MO | 8.2 |
| ABIDING SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
| FRANKLIN CO. ELEM. New Haven, MO | 8.1 |
| GASCONADE ELEM. Falcon, MO | 8.1 |
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 121 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mark School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mark School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mark School rank in MO?
St Mark School ranks #24 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Mark School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 121
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 743-8641
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