St. Mark Lutheran Church started a Lutheran elementary school in September of 1984.
The elementary school is currently a two room school with classes for students from Kindergarten-8th grade.
We have two full time teachers. We also use volunteers from the congregation that allow us to give a quality Christian education. The school's primary purpose is to aid in the Christian education of the members of St. Mark Lutheran.
If space is available, children of parents who are not members may enroll.
For the 2023-2024 school year there are 24 students enrolled in Kindergarten through 8th grade.
St. Mark offers a full curriculum that includes math, science, social studies, reading, phonics, language, spelling, handwriting, and, most importantly, the study of God's Word.
The Word of God classes for the Kindergarten through 3rd graders are the teaching of Bible stories.
The 4th-8th grade students have catechism instruction in addition to these bible story lessons.
Because we are teaching the children our church doctrine, parents that are not members of St. Mark Lutheran Church need to meet with our pastor a few times before their child can be enrolled, so that the parents and the pastor can discuss some of the key points that will come up in the religion classes.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,300
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Mark Lutheran Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition breaks are given with multiple children coming from same family.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Mark Lutheran Elementary School cost?
St. Mark Lutheran Elementary School's tuition is approximately $2,300 for private students.
What schools are St. Mark Lutheran Elementary School often compared to?
St. Mark Lutheran Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Heartland Christian Academy, St. Philip's School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Mark Lutheran Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Mark Lutheran Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Mark Lutheran Elementary School is Bemidji Christian School (1.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Philip's School (2.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Bemidji Christian School
Alternative School (Baptist)
Grades: K-11 | 6 students 1.9 miles 2130 Paul Bunyan Drive Se
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 751-9311
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 751-9311
1.9
K-11
6
St. Philip's School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 404 students 2.6 miles 620 Beltrami Ave Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-4938
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-4938
2.6
PK-8
404
Grades: PK-8 | 80 students 4.1 miles 9914 Heartland Circle NW
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 751-1751
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 751-1751
4.1
PK-8
80
F.h.l. Academy
(Christian)
Grades: PK-9 | 85 students 22.4 miles 18633 350 Ave
Bagley, MN 56621
(218) 694-2048
Bagley, MN 56621
(218) 694-2048
22.4
PK-9
85
St. Mary's Mission School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-6 | 114 students 26.1 miles 15341 St Marys Mission Rd
Redlake, MN 56671
(218) 679-3615
Redlake, MN 56671
(218) 679-3615
26.1
PK-6
114
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