ST. MARKS SCHOOL

St. Marks School is a public elementary school that is part of the Renwick school district, located in Colwich, KS with about 349 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 20 teachers, St. Marks School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

St. Mark’s School, located in Colwich, Kansas, is a private Catholic educational institution serving students from preschool through eighth grade. Operating under the umbrella of the Diocese of Wichita, the school is deeply integrated into the St. Mark the Evangelist Parish community. Its mission focuses on fostering a faith-filled environment that emphasizes academic excellence, spiritual growth, and the development of strong moral character in its students.

The school is known for its close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere and its commitment to traditional Catholic values. In addition to a robust core curriculum, St. Mark’s offers various extracurricular activities and athletic programs, encouraging students to participate in the broader life of the parish. By prioritizing a small-classroom setting and a disciplined learning environment, the school aims to prepare its graduates for success in secondary education while instilling a lifelong commitment to service and community stewardship.

For more information, contact St. Marks School at (316) 796-1466 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.