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#369 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 42% of private schools
St Mark Lutheran School
Elementary School
1515 HILLENDAHL BLVD, Houston, TX 77055
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#369 of 883
In Houston
#51 of 104
public schools
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St Mark Lutheran School
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mark Lutheran School
St Mark Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. St Mark Lutheran School serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mark Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #369 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Mark Lutheran 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 Lutheran School compares to 642 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mark Lutheran School (this school) | 6.6 |
| VALLEY OAKS EL | 9.1 |
| THE BEAR BLVD SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| RIDGECREST EL | 7.8 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY | 9.6 |
| TREASURE FOREST EL | 4.4 |
| CEDAR BROOK EL | 7.8 |
| LANDRUM MIDDLE | 4.7 |
| THE LION LANE SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| SPRING BRANCH EL | 7.6 |
| HUNTERS CREEK EL | 8.4 |
| HOUSMAN EL | 5.6 |
| SPRING BRANCH MIDDLE | 8.3 |
| EDGEWOOD EL | 5.5 |
| MEMORIAL DRIVE EL | 9.0 |
| HOLLIBROOK EL | 7.8 |
| THE PANDA PATH SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| BENBROOK EL | 5.5 |
| WAINWRIGHT EL | 6.0 |
| BUFFALO CREEK EL | 5.4 |
| WOODVIEW EL | 5.0 |
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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 TX.
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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 TX
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
1515 HILLENDAHL BLVD, Houston, TX 77055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mark Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALLEY OAKS EL (rated 9.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MEMORIAL DRIVE EL (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HUNTERS CREEK EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY OAKS EL Houston | 0.1 mi | 9.1 |
| SCHOOL OF THE WOODS Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| RIDGECREST EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| THE BEAR BLVD SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| LANDRUM MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| CEDAR BROOK EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| TREASURE FOREST EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Houston | 1.0 mi | 9.6 |
| THE LION LANE SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| THE REGIS SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| HUNTERS CREEK EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| SPRING BRANCH EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| DUCHESNE ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| HOUSMAN EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| EDGEWOOD EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| SPRING BRANCH MIDDLE Houston | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| ST JEROME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| MEMORIAL DRIVE EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| HOLLIBROOK EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,297
Median Home Value
$577,800
Median Rent
$1,239/mo
Population
44,088
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
46.3%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| DANBURY EL Danbury, TX | 6.6 |
| DODSON PRI Denver City, TX | 6.6 |
| EDUCATION CENTER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 1 Mesquite, TX | 6.6 |
| HAMSHIRE-FANNETT INT Beaumont, TX | 6.6 |
| HASKELL EL Haskell, TX | 6.6 |
| JOHN W CARPENTER EL Dallas, TX | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mark Lutheran School
What grades does St Mark Lutheran School serve?
St Mark Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mark Lutheran School?
St Mark Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mark Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mark Lutheran School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mark Lutheran School rank in TX?
St Mark Lutheran School ranks #369 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Mark Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mark Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Mark Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod 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 Lutheran School a religious school?
St Mark Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 244
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 468-2623
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