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#299 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 34% of private schools
St Mark's Episcopal School
Elementary School
3816 BELLAIRE BLVD, Houston, TX 77025
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#299 of 883
In Houston
#46 of 104
public schools
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St Mark's Episcopal 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's Episcopal School
St Mark's Episcopal School is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. St Mark's Episcopal School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mark's Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #299 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, St Mark's Episcopal School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mark's Episcopal 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's Episcopal School compares to 642 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mark's Episcopal School (this school) | 6.9 |
| PERSHING MIDDLE | 6.1 |
| TWAIN EL | 8.5 |
| WEST UNIVERSITY EL | 8.9 |
| KOLTER EL | 8.5 |
| RICE SCH /LA ESCUELA RICE | 6.6 |
| LONGFELLOW EL | 4.8 |
| ROBERTS EL | 8.8 |
| CUNNINGHAM EL | 7.5 |
| ALIEF ISD J J A E P | — |
| EXCEL ACADEMY (MURWORTH) | — |
| HARRIS CO J J A E P | — |
| SHEARN EL | 2.3 |
| POE EL | 7.4 |
| LOVETT EL | 8.6 |
| RODRIGUEZ EL | 3.9 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER MIDDLE | 4.8 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL | 4.2 |
| AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| FRIENDS FOR LIFE MIDDLE | 8.2 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INGENUITY-HOUSTON | 6.7 |
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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
3816 BELLAIRE BLVD, Houston, TX 77025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mark's Episcopal School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST UNIVERSITY EL (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBERTS EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HORN EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Bellaire), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PERSHING MIDDLE Houston | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| TWAIN EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| WEST UNIVERSITY EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Bellaire | 1.1 mi | — |
| KOLTER EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| THE POST OAK SCHOOL Bellaire | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| THE POST OAK SCHOOL Bellaire | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| RICE SCH /LA ESCUELA RICE Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| LONGFELLOW EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| HORN EL Bellaire | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| EPISCOPAL HIGH SCHOOL Bellaire | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PIN OAK MIDDLE Bellaire | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| CHALLENGE EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| BETH YESHURUN DAY SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| CAROLINE SCHOOL/EASTER SEALS CHILDRENS THERAPY Houston | 1.7 mi | — |
| ROBERTS EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| CROSSING BORDERS BILINGUAL ACADEMY Houston | 1.7 mi | — |
| CONDIT EL Bellaire | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| SHEARN EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 2.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,076
Median Home Value
$521,300
Median Rent
$1,484/mo
Population
29,177
College Educated
71.1%
Homeownership
40.8%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
39.1
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| A M PATE EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.9 |
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| BAYLES EL Dallas, TX | 6.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mark's Episcopal School
What grades does St Mark's Episcopal School serve?
St Mark's Episcopal School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mark's Episcopal School?
St Mark's Episcopal School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mark's Episcopal School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mark's Episcopal School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mark's Episcopal School rank in TX?
St Mark's Episcopal School ranks #299 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Mark's Episcopal School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mark's Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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's Episcopal School a private school?
Yes, St Mark's Episcopal School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal 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's Episcopal School a religious school?
St Mark's Episcopal School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 667-7030
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