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#294 of 457 private schools in VA
St Mark Catholic School
Elementary School
9972 VALE RD, Vienna, VA 22181
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#294 of 457
In Vienna
#5 of 5
public schools
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St Mark Catholic School
Elementary School in Vienna · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mark Catholic School
St Mark Catholic School is a private elementary school in Vienna, VA. St Mark Catholic School serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mark Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #294 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
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
BetaHow St Mark Catholic School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Vienna, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mark Catholic School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Flint Hill Elementary | 8.6 |
| Archer Elementary | 8.5 |
| Vienna Elementary | 8.3 |
| Wolftrap Elementary | 8.8 |
| Marshall Road Elementary | 5.1 |
| Cunningham Park Elementary | 6.0 |
| Westbriar Elementary | 8.3 |
| Thoreau Middle | 7.2 |
| Colvin Run Elementary | 9.2 |
| Freedom Hill Elementary | 6.0 |
| Kilmer Middle | 7.1 |
| Kilmer Center | 6.1 |
| Stenwood Elementary | 8.9 |
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 VA.
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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 VA
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
9972 VALE RD, Vienna, VA 22181
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mark Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wolftrap Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunrise Valley Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Reston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Flint Hill Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vienna, see our Vienna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Flint Hill Elementary Vienna | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| HUNTER MILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakton | 0.9 mi | — |
| Madison High Vienna | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Archer Elementary Vienna | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| GREEN HEDGES SCHOOL Vienna | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| IDEAVENTIONS ACADEMY FOR MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE Oakton | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Oakton Elementary Oakton | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| VIENNA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Vienna | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Oakton High Vienna | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Vienna Elementary Vienna | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Wolftrap Elementary Vienna | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| APPLETREE II SCHOOL Vienna | 1.8 mi | — |
| HOLY COMFORTER EPISCOPAL PRESCHOOL / KINDERGARTEN Vienna | 1.7 mi | — |
| DOMINION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oakton | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Marshall Road Elementary Vienna | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| APPLETREE SCHOOL Fairfax | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Mosaic Elementary Fairfax | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Fairfax High Fairfax | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Cunningham Park Elementary Vienna | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Sunrise Valley Elementary Reston | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22181 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$212,156
Median Home Value
$928,400
Median Rent
$2,756/mo
Population
15,529
College Educated
80.9%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Boyce Elementary Boyce, VA | 5.9 |
| Bren Mar Park Elementary Alexandria, VA | 5.9 |
| Colonial Beach Elementary Colonial Beach, VA | 5.9 |
| Dinwiddie Elementary Dinwiddie, VA | 5.9 |
| Hilton Elementary Newport News, VA | 5.9 |
| Montvale Elementary Montvale, VA | 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 350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mark Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mark Catholic School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mark Catholic School rank in VA?
St Mark Catholic School ranks #294 of 457 private schools in VA.
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.
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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 350
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 281-9103
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