ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
OVERVIEW
The Saint Mark’s elementary program is challenging and nurturing, with the goal of preparing students to be successful in middle school and beyond. We develop in our students a passion for lifelong learning and service to the community. Saint Mark’s provides a holistic education that addresses the intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of each child.
Program Highlights
- Active, student-centered differentiated instruction and engaging classroom environments
- Experienced and caring educators
- Average class size of 20 students
- iPads, SmartBoards, and other state of the art technological tools to enhance learning
- Emphasis on character education and community service
- Outdoor learning opportunities and weeklong/overnight educational field studies
- 5.5 acre campus with upgraded playgrounds, basketball court, and a large grass field
By the Numbers
Grades Served
Number of Classes
Class Size
Maximum Enrollment
Student/Teacher Ratio
Diversity
Program Hours
Kindergarten
First – Third Grade
Fourth – Sixth Grade
Before/After School Program
Core Curriculum
Resource Classes
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Kindergarten through Grade 6
2 per grade level
22 per class (44 in each grade)
350 (preschool and elementary)
11 to 1 (1 master teacher, 1 teacher intern in all classrooms)
40%
8:45 AM to 2:30 PM
8:45 AM to 3:00 PM
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reading, Writing, Spelling, Language Arts, Vocabulary
Mathematics
Science
History, Social Studies
Spanish
Art
Music
Motor Development, Physical Education
Technology
Library and Research Skills, Upper School Great Books Program
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