Saint Mark's Episcopal School (Top Ranked 糖心原创 for 2026-27)

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About the School

Each child.
Each day.
Centrally located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, Saint Mark's is dedicated to excellence in every area of your child's education and experience.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 624 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Acceptance rate: 40%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: Nov. 11 / Jan. 13 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

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School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Saint Mark's Episcopal School
Nursery	12
Pre-K	145
Kind	55
1	54
2	52
3	49
4	37
5	47
6	62
7	57
8	54

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1959

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Last Day of School

Thu. May 20, 2027

Campus Size

10 acres

School Motto

'Each Child, Each Day'

Student Body

Total Students

624 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

37%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

70 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

72%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School monogrammed polo and slacks or skirt

Number of AP Courses

9 courses

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)
Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS)
Florida Kindergarten Council (FKC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Nov. 11 / Jan. 13 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,000

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Tuition Notes

The base annual tuition range for PK1 - PK4 is $13,500 - $17,000. K is $19,500. Grades 1st - 4 are $ 23,900. Grades 5 -8 is 26,000

Summer Program Cost Notes

Cost varies per program

Acceptance Rate

40%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Laura Minor

Admissions Associate

Hayley Cole

Application URL

Endowment Size

$1.5 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

Colors

Blue, White, Yellow

School Mascot

Lion

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

19 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Altar ServersFishing Club

Honors SocietyNational Junior Honor Society

RoboticsStudent Council

Tutoring

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirEnsemble

MusicTheatre

Recreational Athletic Programs:

CheerleadingDance Club

DramaFlag Football

GolfSailing Club

TennisVolleyball

School Notes

Our Mission: To create an environment where your child's innate potential can flourish-whether in the classroom, on the field, or on the stage.
Rigorous Academics: Our programs are standards-based and rooted in best practices, ensuring a high level of academic achievement.
Personalized Learning: We meet your child where they are, tailoring our approach to their unique strengths, needs, and learning styles. Future-Focused: We foster a culture of discovery to develop well-rounded, engaged leaders for our community.

Saint Mark's Episcopal School is a vibrant, successful parish day school recognized as one of Fort Lauderdale's leading independent schools for over 60 years. The School provides standards of academic excellence through four foundational pillars-Academics, Arts, Athletics, and Spirituality within a nurturing environment for students in PK1-Grade 8.
The attractive campus located on the beautiful New River features classrooms equipped with state of the art multimedia systems, Center for Science and technology labs, athletic multipurpose center for competitive sports and performing arts, and church for worship and community service.
100% of our graduates are accepted to high schools of choice, receive national recognition for standardized test scores and become student leaders in the class, field and stage. Dining selections, after-care, enrichment programs, and summer camp are available.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Saint Mark's Episcopal School cost?

Saint Mark's Episcopal School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Saint Mark's Episcopal School?

The acceptance rate of Saint Mark's Episcopal School is 40%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Saint Mark's Episcopal School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Florida with low acceptance rates.

Does Saint Mark's Episcopal School offer a summer program?

Yes, Saint Mark's Episcopal School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does Saint Mark's Episcopal School offer?

Saint Mark's Episcopal School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is Saint Mark's Episcopal School's ranking?

Saint Mark's Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Saint Mark's Episcopal School?

The application deadline for Saint Mark's Episcopal School is Nov. 11 / Jan. 13 / rolling (applications are due on Nov. 11 / Jan. 13 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Saint Mark's Episcopal School located?

Saint Mark's Episcopal School is located in the Coral Brook neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 4/8/2020

This is our fourth year at St. Mark's, and I can't say enough about the school. All three of our children have had an excellent experience. The administration at St. Mark's is dedicated to making each family feel welcome and part of the community. The teachers and staff provide a safe, supportive learning environment in which they focus on the strengths and learning styles of each child. During the current situation with COVID-19, St. Mark's made the transition to distance learning with ease. I was amazed at how quickly they were able to resume teaching. The school has done an incredible job with communicating and keeping the kids engaged.

- Posted by Parent - Michelle

5 1/19/2012

Excellent balance between academics and social growth! Wonderful teachers.

- Posted by Parent - hmarz

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $14,459 for elementary schools and $18,637 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Fort Lauderdale, FL is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).