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St. Mark School

399 Woodward Ave Buffalo, NY 14214

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 374 students
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 374 students
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Mark School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

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School History
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School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1908
Campus Size
2 acres
School Motto
'Excellence in Catholic Education.'

Student Body

Total Students
374 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
Advanced Courses
Regents Algebra
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Parishioners: 1 Child $4,890 2 Children $8,370 3 Children $11,795 Non-Parishioners: 1 Child $5,565 2 Children $9,695 3 Children $13,775
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 82%
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School Notes

  • Ranked as Western New York's #1 ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Elementary school for 2019! (Buffalo's Business First Rankings)
  • St. Mark's Elementary School has been dedicated to nurturing young minds in the North Buffalo community for almost 90 years.
  • An integral part of the parish community and neighborhood, St. Mark's offers a challenging and balanced curriculum beginning with children in Kindergarten through grade 8.
  • High moral and academic standards coupled with self-discipline provide a safe and creative environment for learning in all grades.
  • We believe it is our responsibility to assist families in the education and growth of their children academically, spiritually, emotionally, socially, and physically.
  • Our approach to education is to empower each child to make responsible and appropriate decisions, perform to the best of his or her ability in all endeavors, and gain the confidence and knowledge for success in the next stage of his or her education. Our philosophy has borne fruit in the form of excellent test scores, faith filled graduates, outstanding athletic teams and spectacular artistic performances.
  • We invite you to take a closer look at St. Mark School.
  • St. Mark's Elementary School has been dedicated to nurturing young minds in the North Buffalo community for almost 90 years. An integral part of the parish community and neighborhood, St. Mark's offers a challenging and balanced curriculum beginning with children in Kindergarten through grade 8. High moral and academic standards coupled with self-discipline provide a safe and creative environment for learning in all grades. We believe it is our responsibility to assist families in the education and growth of their children academically, spiritually, emotionally, socially, and physically. Our approach to education is to empower each child to make responsible and appropriate decisions, perform to the best of his or her ability in all endeavors, and gain the confidence and knowledge for success in the next stage of his or her education. Our philosophy has borne fruit in the form of excellent test scores, faith filled graduates, outstanding athletic teams and spectacular artistic performances. We invite you to take a closer look at St. Mark School.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of St. Mark School?
The acceptance rate of St. Mark School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 76%.
What sports does St. Mark School offer?
St. Mark School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Fit, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Mark School's ranking?
St. Mark School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for St. Mark School?
The application deadline for St. Mark School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Mark School located?
St. Mark School is located in the Parkside neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other private schools located in Parkside.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Buffalo, NY is $11,407 for elementary schools and $12,441 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Buffalo, NY is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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