St Marks Day School

5005 Love Road

El Paso, TX 79922

21 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-8
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by other on January 19, 2025

Played a basketball game against you on a Wednesday. A parent approached our kids with hand sanitizer stating her son had the flu. Here it is Sunday and our entire family is sick. Thank you so much. Did you not learn anything from Covid?
Submitted by parent on August 25, 2024

Really fantastic school, facility and staff. 3 of my kids have gone there and thrived. It is challenging academically, but if the family is supportive and involved, it's such a great place. Extra shout out to the chapel program, music programs and academic competitions!
Submitted by parent on October 09, 2019

I would not recommend this school. I am shocked and disappointed.
Submitted by parent on October 30, 2017

Wonderful!! It is a Christian environment where the students are taught respect, discipline, and they are encouraged to do their best and be kind to others. Academics are tough but the teachers are very supportive. The principal is extraordinary and caring. My son is very happy there and we were blessed to find this school. I wish they had a high school.
Submitted by parent on April 14, 2014

My daughter attended SMS during the 2012-13 year during fourth grade w/lousy results. While I liked the school, my daughter had academic difficulties. Which I acknowledge, we weren't aware how behind she was entering the school. However, her teacher's attitude was "it's all on you." Which is true, & we did our best, but I also felt she/the school could've offered more support for the amount we paid in tuition. The teacher, I learned didn't have of a background in the lower grades to begin with & was very under-motivated, only really helpful to those students not having as much difficulty. I would not recommend this school for every student.
Submitted by parent on March 03, 2014

I absoulutely LOVE the school on Love Road. My son and my daughter attend this school, and my husband and I are extremely pleased with their Early Ed & Day school. Our children have learned so much, and we are so excited that our children are in such a wonderful, loving and Christian environment. We could not be happier about having our kids at St. Mark's School! We are extremely blessed to call it OUR school! ;) HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Submitted by other on August 04, 2013

St. Marks was an amazing school for me. I'm going into ninth grade now, and St. Marks has given me an excellent education. The staff is caring, and teachers are extremely helpful. Though I can agree that it is clique-ish, the students are very nice. I feel academically prepared for high school. St. Marks is a great school.
Submitted by parent on June 05, 2013

This school caters to a narrow style band of learning, if your child doesn't fit into that, "good luck." I partially blame the school my child transferred from that academically was not up to par as St. Marks, but between all the money I shelled for tutoring, testing, my parental involvement, & tuition, I expected results to which it was recommended my child be held back by their teacher & a contradiction to this recommendation by a psychologist. This school offered no help or recommendations beyond having them tested & allowing them to redo their work. This school is fine for the above average to gifted not your average learner. They were no help beyond the redo's & suggestions for tutors or educational testing. Based on our experience I would not recommend this school. If you're of a certain income bracket, Who's Who of ELP, or have a gifted child, then this school will be for you.
Submitted by parent on June 05, 2013

My child did not have a good year there. I partially blame it on my child coming from a school that was not nearly as academically up to par as St Marks. On the other hand after all the tutoring & testing my child had to go through this year, it was slightly suggested that my child wasn't nearly as far behind as I was told they were by their teacher. Tutors & psychologist suggested the curriculum was too advanced for my child. So a fine program if you're child is above average or "gifted" academically. However, if your child is average or below average this school doesn't offer any help beyond recommendations outside the school Not too great a bang for your buck, unless your child fits into their narrow band of learning styles. Also this is a tight-knit community of ELP's Who's Who's children that have attended this school long-term. I found it very cliquish & favoring those of a certain social standing or income bracket.
Submitted by parent on July 27, 2012

Our son began St. Mark's as a middle schooler. His teachers went above and beyond to make sure he felt comfortable and included in the classroom. His fellow students were welcoming as well. He has thrived educationally, socially and emotionally in such a positive environment.
Submitted by parent on July 15, 2012

St. Mark's is an outstanding school with exceptional teachers, staff, administrators and principal. My children have attended for the last 7 years and will stay there until they graduate 8th grade. The level of education is superb and the small classes and Christian environment have been a blessing for our children and our family. The curriculum is top notch and the enrichment classes and additional activities offered (sports, PSIA.....) are excellent. The children who attend are some of the kindest, most respectful, caring children I have had the pleasure of meeting and my children have made life long friendships that will carry into adulthood. I would recommend St. Mark's to anyone and everyone in the community!
Submitted by parent on July 06, 2012

St. Mark s is an excellent middle school. The academics are geared to each student s needs and abilities preparing them to excel as they enter high school. Some of these classes also qualify for high school credit. The curriculum is well-rounded insuring your child will be prepared for high school and beyond-to college. The administration, the teachers and environment are all geared for your student to be the best they possibly can be. Our family was fortunate to have found St. Mark s it is the best Middle School in El Paso, public or private.
Submitted by parent on July 02, 2012

St.marks is the most loving school I've ever seen. It helped my child get better grades because the teacher communicates more with the students. Its more one on one. It's a smaller class compared to other schools. Its just an amazing school thanks to all the teachers and Linda Smith for making this school the best school ever!!!
Submitted by parent on July 02, 2012

St. Mark's school has everything that I would ever want for my children!! It offers superb academics, an amazing staff , competitive sports teams and a wonderful Christian environment. I am so confident in knowing I would never want my children anywhere else!!
Submitted by parent on July 02, 2012

Our two daughters have attended St. Mark's school since kindergarten.. The impact of the school on our lives has been a tremendous blessing. Without exception, the teachers have been committed, loving professionals. The environment is extremely positive and the academic preparation is top notch. The middle school, although relatively new, has exceeded our wildest expectations. The curriculum is superior, addressing academics, the arts, sports and leadership. The teaching staff is exceptional and have given the students a wonderful foundation that will carry them through life. The conduct of the students, inside the school as well as in the public eye, is remarkable. As parents, we are so grateful to St. Mark's school.
Submitted by parent on June 29, 2012

St. Mark's is amazing! The academics are outstanding. The enrichment classes are great-just what my kids need to help them excel in life. The administration seems to work hard to ensure the teachers at the school are the best fit for each grade...they all seem to LOVE what they're doing! The result is a happy, small yet challenging environment. I wouldn't put my three kids anywhere else!
Submitted by parent on June 29, 2012

WOW! If you're looking for a phenomenal middle school in El Paso, TX, St. Mark's is the answer! Not only are the classes small, it has truly dedicated teachers ie... the entire 6th grade class had tutoring available twice a week for math, weekly for science, and as needed for language arts available BEFORE school throughout the year. The faculty and staff are always so helpful and friendly. They help your child to be the best that they can be! My child has "bloomed" at St. Mark's. Unfortunately, we are moving:o(... I want to take St. Mark's with us! You are very fortunate to have the opportunity to send your child to St. Mark's:o) It is an AMAZING SCHOOL!!!!
Submitted by parent on June 29, 2012

My two children attend St Marks (we moved here two years ago) and St Marks is the best thing we did for our kids. I have a high acheiver child and a high energy child and both are loved and supported by teachers and staff at St. Marks. My children's unique gifts are supported and encouraged by all - a very warm loving environment. People that have their children enrolled in St Marks know what a blessing it is! Thanks Linda Smith for supporting your teachers and making it such a great environment for all.
Submitted by parent on January 25, 2012

This is my daughter's second year at St. Mark's. The school is excellent and the best possible answer to the question of middle school in El Paso. Academically it is very solid, the teacher's are accessible and caring, the class sizes are small and there is a full range of programming, including art, computers, music, sports, etc. The tuition is affordable and most importantly, it is a loving, supportive environment that allows the students to excel. We will be with St. Mark's until my daughter goes to high school, no question.
Submitted by parent on December 06, 2011

Principal Smith seems to be more concerned with passing the "buck" than taking responsibility for her school and her role. After the third confrontation with her we decided to pull our child out of St. Marks. It may be good for some, but not for us. Honesty and doing what you say you will do is the best policy.