San Marcos Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked TX School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 353 students
Yearly Tuition: $14,000
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

San Marcos Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	San Marcos Academy
Pre-K	13
Kind	20
1	18
2	10
3	21
4	13
5	22
6	14
7	16
8	34
9	34
10	39
11	53
12	46

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, ADHD

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish

Year Founded

1907

School Calendar

School Motto

Excellence in Christian Education since 1907

Student Body

Total Students

353 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

33%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

45 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

15 students

Average SAT score

1137

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

khaki pants, polo shirts, plaid skirts

Number of AP Courses

8 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

AP Calculus BCAP Computer Maintenance

AP Computer ProgrammingAP Physics I

College U.S. History 1301, 1302Computer Science Principles AP

English 1301, 1302Environmental Science AP

Macroeconomics APMath 1310 (Algebra)

Math 1311 (Trigonometry)Math 2302 (Statistics)

POLS 1302 (Government)PSYC 1301

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$14,000

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Tuition Notes

PreK = $8684 K-2nd grade = $9736 3rd-5th Grade = $10262 6th-8th Grade = $12212 9th-12th Grade = $14000 Boarding 5-day 6th-12th grade = $42740 Boarding 7-day 6th-12th grade = $53264 International Boarding 6th-12th = $63240 Boarding 6th-12th grade =

% on Financial Aid

30%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,500

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Corey Boyer

Admissions Associate

Corey Boyer

Endowment Size

$8 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

FootballGolf

SoccerSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

WeightliftingWrestling

Colors

Green, Purple, Forest Green

School Mascot

Bears

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

JROTCLeo Club

National Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor Society

Student AmbassadorsStudent Council

Recreational Athletic Programs:

IntramuralsRunning Club

School Notes

Founded in 1907 San Marcos Academy is a coeducational, Christian boarding and day school located in the beautiful Texas hill country. Our mission is "to educate young men and women in a nurturing community based upon Christian values."
We offer both 7-day and 5-day boarding programs for grades 6-12 as well as a day program for grades K-12.
The Academy features a college preparatory curriculum that can be tailored to accommodate a broad range of learning abilities. Our academic program offers leadership training; dual-credit college and AP courses; a strong fine arts department; an Accommodated Learning Program for student with mild to moderate learning differences; and English as a Second Language support for international students.
The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (AdvancEd) and the Accreditation Committee of the Texas Association of Baptist Schools and is recognized by the Texas Education Agency.
Small classes (with an average of 12 students) and a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 provide an effective learning environment with individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student. Structure, discipline and nurturing supervision, including required study halls, are provided in the girls and boys dormitories. Ninety-five percent or more of our graduates move immediately into post-secondary education at schools throughout the country.
The Academy is rich in tradition and is a vital part of the local community.
The school offers a rolling enrollment.
San Marcos Academy is affiliated with Texas Baptists.

Quality Academics With Low Teacher-Student Ratio
AP/Honors and Regular College Prep Curricula
Dual Credit College Courses
Learning Skills Program For Students With Mild To Moderate Learning Differences
English As A Second Language Support
Structured Environment
Leadership Development Program
Junior ROTC Programs
LD types supported: Mild to Moderate Learning Differences (ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia)
School accreditations: Approved or accredited by Accreditation Commission of the Texas Association of Baptist Schools, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (AdvancEd), Texas Education Agency, The Association of Boarding Schools, Texas Department of Education

Source: Verified school update

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How much does San Marcos Academy cost?

San Marcos Academy's tuition is approximately $14,000 for private students.

What schools are San Marcos Academy often compared to?

San Marcos Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Hill Country Christian School Of San Marcos by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of San Marcos Academy?

The acceptance rate of San Marcos Academy is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 83%.

What sports does San Marcos Academy offer?

San Marcos Academy offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. San Marcos Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Texas for most sports offered.

What is San Marcos Academy's ranking?

San Marcos Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for San Marcos Academy?

The application deadline for San Marcos Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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