St. Mark School is proud to be a New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) accredited school.  

St. Mark School is unique from other local private and public schools in Stratford, CT. St. Mark School is a 2009 Blue Ribbon School of Academic Excellence  situated in the North End neighborhood. We provide an academically rigorous, faith-based education to children in grades Pre-K through 8, including full day Pre-K and Kindergarten. But, that’s not all that makes St. Mark special!

“Come & See” (John 1:44-46) 

Our Catholic faith is the foundation for our community and the educational initiatives that form the whole child through evangelical values. At St. Mark School, we form students into true disciples of Christ, fostering a strong sense of Catholic identity and pride. Within a safe and nurturing environment, we encourage our students to deepen their faith, strive for academic excellence, and live out the teachings of Christ in their everyday actions. Service to others is at the heart of our community, instilling in each student a commitment to love, integrity, and making a positive impact in the world around them. Through this mission, St. Mark School not only prepares students for academic achievement but also for a life of faithful service, rooted in Catholic values.

We Provide Personalized Learning
At St. Mark, we are committed to the intellectual, spiritual, moral, social, and physical development of each child. We value diversity and recognize the individuality of every student. Through our Personalized Learning Initiative, we develop a deep knowledge of every student and personalize instruction to ensure all students achieve both academic and personal goals.

We Partner in Education and Development
Our small and close-knit school community allows us to get to know our students and their families. St. Mark students and families form long-lasting bonds and meaningful relationships with each other, our teachers and administrators. These relationships are the foundation of the partnership in each child’s personal development and education.

We Instill the Value of Service
Service is at the core of our teachings. St. Mark students learn the value of looking outside of themselves and giving to those in need in our community. For example, to date this year, the St. Mark community hosted:

History of St. Mark Catholic Elementary School

St. Mark School opened on September 9, 1964 with ninety students in Grades 1, 2 and 3.  The opening of the school enabled the children of the parishioners of the newly founded St. Mark Church to receive a Catholic education. The school was staffed primarily by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth from Monroe, Connecticut.

St. Mark School opened Grades 4 and 5 were added in 1965 and Grades 6 and 7 in 1966. In 1967, all eight elementary grades were established with the addition of lay staff. The Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth maintained their presence in the school until 1992. In 1992, the school hired its first lay principal and since then the teaching faculty has been totally composed of lay persons. Currently, St. Mark School serves over 240 students in Preschool through Grade 8 by approximately 35 dedicated lay staff members. 

St. Mark School's Charism Statement:

We are called to extend the Kingdom of God’s love among ourselves, the students we serve, and their families by accompanying them on their faith journey to Heaven through daily encounters with Christ.