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St. Mark's Episcopal School

3395 Burns Road Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 470 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $26,384
  • Acceptance rate: 37%
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 470 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $26,384
  • Acceptance rate: 37%
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Mark's Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1979
Campus Size
11 acres
School Motto
Shaping Sound Foundations

Student Body

Total Students
470 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
13 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
15656-26384
% on Financial Aid
3%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,483
Acceptance Rate
37%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Cindy Rubin
Admissions Associate
Jensen Rafeedie
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Colors
blue and white
School Mascot
Leo The Lion

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
31 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Acolyte ServiceBrownies Troop
Chess ClubComic Book Club
EtiquetteGarden Club
Karate ZooLego Club
Mad ScienceMaterial Girls
Materials Girls ClubMiddle School Book Club
National Junior Honor SocietyRecycling Club
Safety PatrolService League
Student AmbassadorsStudent Government
TV Production TeamWhat's Cooking Kids
Youth Group


Arts and Music Programs:
ArtChorus
Drama ClubJewelry & Crafts
Percussion EnsembleVocal Ensemble


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Balanced Kids YogaFirst Tee Golf
Fitness ClubSpencer Sports & Skills

School Notes

  • St. Mark's offers excellent academics, a variety of electives, athletics, fine and performing arts, and a robust extracurricular, after-school program.
  • With an emphasis on character, leadership, faith, and service, students learn to think with their heads and their hearts.
  • St. Mark's offers a safe and welcoming community for children of all faiths.
  • Small class sizes allow educators to provide personal attention as well as build strong partnerships with families.
  • A St. Mark's education inspires diverse, well rounded and adaptable students to achieve, serve and lead.
  • Graduates gain admission to top area high schools.
  • Please refer to our website for grade specific admission requirements.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Mark's Episcopal School cost?
St. Mark's Episcopal School's tuition is approximately $26,384 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mark's Episcopal School?
The acceptance rate of St. Mark's Episcopal School is 37%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. St. Mark's Episcopal School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Florida with low acceptance rates.
What sports does St. Mark's Episcopal School offer?
St. Mark's Episcopal School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Flag Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is St. Mark's Episcopal School's ranking?
St. Mark's Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Mark's Episcopal School?
The application deadline for St. Mark's Episcopal School is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Calendar

View the St. Mark's Episcopal School below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
Middle School Open House (5th Enrolled Students)
October 15, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break / Easter - No School
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break / Easter - No School
March 23, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break / Easter - No School
March 24, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break / Easter - No School
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
We have been at St. Marks Episcopal School for 11 years, since PK2! St. Marks provides a nurturing learning environment for students to grow both academically and personally. The school places a strong emphasis on core subjects like math, science, reading, and writing to ensure students have a solid educational foundation. The academic program at St. Marks challenges students appropriately for their grade level. Small class sizes allow teachers to give individual attention to each student to meet their unique needs. St. Marks provides a high-quality well-rounded education to set students up for future success. The supportive learning environment and dedicated teachers make it an excellent educational choice. I would highly recommend St. Marks to any family seeking a school that will challenge and nurture their child.
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5  
Our daughters have been at SMES for over 7 years and are thriving at the school and are so happy. We are thrilled to be members of this wonderful school family!
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5  
We are coming to the end of our second year at St. Mark`s in the Preschool Program and we could not be happier. My son LOVES going to school everyday and we have no doubt that he is learning what he needs to (and more!) to prepare him for Kindergarten, while also being instilled with the values and skills that will help him become a child with excellent character and strong morals. The teachers are outstanding role models and extremely well qualified educators. We also love that the Preschool Program includes P.E., Music, Spanish, Library and Religious Education. The Program is truly so well rounded. We are so happy to be a part of this community that will not only challenge our kids academically, but will help shape them into genuinely good people at heart.
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Making the transition from middle school to high school can often be a nerve-racking time for a student. This statement described me as I was about to graduate St. Mark`s and voyage to a high school, where a new story would begin. After the first week of my new high school, I looked back and wondered what I was so worried about. The transition was seamless and I have one place to thank: St. Mark`s Episcopal School. Academically, St. Mark`s made the switch easy as I found all of my high school classes effortless. Most prominent was the writing education. The English department does a fantastic job of preparing children for all of the writing they will have to do in high school. Additionally, the teachers are a hallmark of St. Mark`s. The loving faculty make learning fun and personal, as all the teachers strike meaningful bonds with the students. Finally, the community at St. Mark`s is unparalleled. From the weekly gatherings at Friday Eucharist to the numerous school events on the weekend, St. Mark`s truly feels like a community! I`m so glad I went to St. Mark`s as it was a truly marvelous time of my childhood. I will always remember St. Mark`s and the everlasting impact it had on me.
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