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St. Mark's School educates young people for lives of leadership and service.
Founded in 1865 as an intentionally small residential community, the School challenges its students to develop their particular analytic and creative capabilities by both inspiring their academic and spiritual curiosity and kindling their passion for discovery.
We value cooperation over self-interest, and we encourage all members of our community to explore their place in the larger world beyond our campus.
Advanced AB Calculus, Advanced Art History, Advanced BC Calculus, Advanced Biology, Advanced Ceramics, Advanced Chemistry, Advanced Environmental Science, Advanced European History, Advanced French Language and Culture, Advanced German Language and Culture, Advanced Latin Readings, Advanced Music Theory
Club or Organization: Academic Peer Tutors, Acolytes, Admission Prefects, Admission Tour Guides, After-School Tutoring (Community Service), Alumni/ae Ambassadors Program, Amnesty International, Animal Rights - PETA, Badminton Club, Black Student Union, Brantwood Camp (Community Service), Chinese Students Association, Christian Students - God Squad, Classics Club, Dance Team, Debate Club, Dining Hall Prefects, Electrical Vehicle Club, Fishing Club, French Club, Gender and Sexuality Alliance, German Club, Green Team - Environmental, Honor Council, House (Dorm) Prefects, International Club, Investment Club, Jewish Students - Jew Crew, Korean Student Association, La Voz Latina, Language Clubs, Lutheran Social Services Programs (Community Service), Marlborough Boys & Girls Club (Community Service), Math Institute, Micro-Lending Program (Community Service), Model UN, Modern Greek Club, Motion Picture Club, Muslim Club, Orientation Team, Orphanage Outreach (Community Service), Our Father's Table (Community Service), Outdoor Adventure Club, Peer Counselors, Peer Discussion Leaders, Ping Pong Club, Pizza & Politics, Religious & Cultural Clubs, Robotics (FIRST Team 3566), Say What! (improv group), SHADES, Ski & Snowboard Club, Spanish Club, St. Mark's Society (Community Service), Step Club, Student Activities Committee, Student Disciplinary Committee, Student Government, Technology Prefects, The LEO - Academic Journal, The Lion - Yearbook, The St. Marker - Newspaper, The Vindex - Magazine, Ultimate Frisbee Club, WSMR (Students' Radio Station), Yoga & Meditation Club, Young Democrat Club, Young Republican Club
Arts and Music Programs: Actors Guild, Chamber Players, Choir, Jazz Band, Marksmen and Royal Blues (male and female a cappella groups), Photography Club
School Notes
Founded in 1865, St. Mark's School educates young people for
lives of leadership and service, challenging students to take
charge of their education, inspiring their academic and spiritual
curiosity, and kindling their passion for discovery.
We have crafted an intentionally small community with the
specific goal of encouraging close relationships between faculty
and students that gives our students courage to stretch, to dream
big, and think beyond themselves.Innovation and tradition are part
of our educational DNA.
The "school under one roof" design of our main building, an
outstanding academic program that combines traditional classroom
techniques with experiential learning, a culture that
stresses social justice and global perspective, and an athletic
program designed to challenge both college-bound athletes and those
seeking fitness alone, all come together to create a robust
environment unique to St. Mark`s. Graduates leave St. Mark`s ready
to live lives of consequence in the 21st century.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Ben Bradlee - Former editor, The Washington Post
Tarah Donoghue - Former Deputy Press Secretary to Laura Bush, First Lady of the United States from May 2006 to August 2007; worked for former Vice President Dick Cheney
Thomas Kean - Former New Jersey governor; former chairman of the 9/11 Commission; former president of Drew University
Julie Kennedy - Founder and leader of AMERICA SCORES; President of the Mycelium Group
Suzanne P. King - US Olympic cross country skier, 1994 and 1998 Olympic games
Robert Lowell - Former sixth Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress; Pulitzer Prize recipient; National Book Award recipient; National Book Critics Circle Award recipient
Ashley Merriman - Premier Chef at Branzino in Seattle, WA; former contestant on Top Chef Season 6
Storey Musgrave - Astronaut
Georgia Chaffee Nassikas - Artist
Scott Young - Retired American professional ice hockey right winger; First round draft pick, 11th overall in 1986 by Hartford Whalers; played on the U.S. National Team; played on three Winter Olympic teams 1988, 1992, and 2002; won 2 Stanley Cups in 1991 and 1996
St. Mark's School's tuition is approximately $72,930 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Mark's School?
The acceptance rate of St. Mark's School is 29%, which is lower than the national average of 70%. St. Mark's School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Massachusetts with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from St. Mark's School?
St. Mark's School famous alumni include: Ben Bradlee, Tarah Donoghue, Thomas Kean, Julie Kennedy, Suzanne P. King, Robert Lowell, Ashley Merriman, Storey Musgrave, Georgia Chaffee Nassikas and Scott Young.
What sports does St. Mark's School offer?
St. Mark's School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Volleyball and Wrestling. St. Mark's School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for most sports offered.
Grades: 6-12 | 519 students10.5 miles 333 Winter St Weston, MA 02493 (781) 235-9300
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(2 reviews)
59/10/2017
When I attended, St. Mark's employed the best English teachers anywhere. We learned the art of writing. Ben Bradlee, who edited the Washington Post for decades, attended St. Mark's. All their lives, students remember the athletic program. When one attends school with someone, one remembers those classmates as long as one lives.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - JGT
512/7/2015
St. Mark's does many things well: The school fosters and encourages an environment where diversity is embraced, students have voice and recognition, and relationships are strong. The generally positive atmosphere represents the student body, which is full of many different types of people. The many opportunities to pursue academic interests both inside and outside the school makes SM a great prep school. Lastly, the athletic teams value perseverance and hard work over winning, and the coaches are very skilled.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - rain
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