St. Mark`s preschool program provides education in a Christian environment.
Our curriculum focuses on creative language, individual, social, physical and cognitive growth, and preparing your preschooler for kindergarten.
Our activities include chapel, math, reading, science, music, art, computers, life skills practice, cultural exploration, active play, quiet play, and individual and group activities.
Emphasis is placed on parent involvement through routine communication, volunteer hours, and family events.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1970
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Rate varies by days and time. 3-5 Days available. Full-Half Days.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Rate varies by days and time. 3-5 Days available. Full-Half Days.
Admissions Director
Glenda Roberts- Preschool Director
Admissions Associate
Deborah Canosa- Office Manager
School Notes
- St. Mark`s Preschool is open for preschoolers ages 3-5. Our hours are 6:30AM-5:30PM. We have fulltime, day, and half day availability to accommodate parents. We are a state licensed child care facility with a maximum capacity of 30 children. We keep our classes small with a low ratio of 15 children to 1 teacher and 1 aide
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Mark's Episcopal School?
The application deadline for St. Mark's Episcopal School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(626) 968-0428
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(Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
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2323 Las Lomitas Dr
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
(626) 968-0428
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(626) 968-0428
9 miles
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1951 S Garfield Ave
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(323) 890-4545
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(323) 890-4545
6.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 97 students Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate listed
St. Mark's Lutheran School ![St. Mark's Lutheran School Photo - Front of School]( "St. Mark's Lutheran School Photo - Front of School")
(Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
(2)
2323 Las Lomitas Dr
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
(626) 968-0428
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(626) 968-0428
9 miles
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Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School ![Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School Photo]( "Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School Photo")
(Catholic)
10441 South Downey Ave.
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(562) 869-9969
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-9969
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 302 students Avg. class size: 34 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
10335 Paramount Blvd
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 927-7300
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 927-7300
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 97 students
Downey Christian School
(Christian)
8219 Florence Ave
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 927-7300
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 927-7300
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 196 students
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Downey, CA 90241
(562) 231-4373
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 231-4373
0.5 miles
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Kirkwood Christian Schools
(Christian)
10822 Brookshire Ave
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(562) 904-6911
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-6911
0.5 miles
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Heritage Christian School
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(562) 806-3761
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(562) 806-3761
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(562) 803-4076
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-4076
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(562) 861-2271
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 861-2271
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Gr: 9-12 | 451 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy
(Catholic)
7851 Gardendale St
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 861-2271
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 861-2271
2.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 451 students Tuition listed
St. John Bosco
All-boys (Catholic)
13640 Bellflower Blvd
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(562) 920-1734
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(562) 920-1734
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Gr: 9-12 | 756 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School ![Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School Photo]( "Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School Photo")
(Catholic)
10441 South Downey Ave.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-9969
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-9969
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 302 students Avg. class size: 34 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
10335 Paramount Blvd
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 927-7300
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 927-7300
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 97 students
Downey Christian School
(Christian)
8219 Florence Ave
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 927-7300
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 927-7300
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 196 students
Kirkwood Christian Schools
(Christian)
10822 Brookshire Ave
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-6911
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-6911
0.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 108 students
Around The World Children Center
Daycare / Preschool
10441 Lakewood Blvd.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 862-5949
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 862-5949
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 65 students
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Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School ![Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School Photo]( "Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School Photo")
(Catholic)
10441 South Downey Ave.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-9969
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-9969
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 302 students Avg. class size: 34 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
10335 Paramount Blvd
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 927-7300
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 927-7300
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 97 students
Downey Christian School
(Christian)
8219 Florence Ave
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 927-7300
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 927-7300
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 196 students
10839 La Reina Ave
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 231-4373
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 231-4373
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 55 students
Around The World Children Center
Daycare / Preschool
10441 Lakewood Blvd.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 862-5949
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 862-5949
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 65 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
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(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
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Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9513 Brookshire Ave.
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 904-3583
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 904-3583
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 788 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9633 Tweedy Ln.
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 904-3580
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 904-3580
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,264 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
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9525 South Tweedy Ln.
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 904-3575
Downey, CA 90240
(562) 904-3575
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 757 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7731 East Muller St.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-3568
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-3568
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 838 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
(Math: 32% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11040 Brookshire Ave.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-7301
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-7301
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 4,051 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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