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San Marcos Academy is a coeducational, Christian boarding and day school for 7th through 12th grade students, located in the beautiful Texas hill country. The Academy offers a college preparatory curriculum, featuring leadership training; dual-credit college courses; pre-AP and AP courses; a strong fine arts department; a Learning Skills program for student with mild to moderate learning differences; and an English as a Second Language program for international students. Founded in 1907, San Marcos Academy is beginning a second century of fulfilling its mission: educating young men and women in a nurturing community based upon Christian values. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Accreditation Committee of the Texas Association of Baptist Schools and is recognized by the Texas Education Agency. Small classes (with an average of 12 students) and a student-teacher ratio of 9:1 provide a strong learning environment and individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student. Ninety-five percent or more of our graduates move immediately into post-secondary education at schools throughout the country. Founded in 1907, the Academy is rich in tradition and is a vital part of the local community. The school offers a rolling enrollment and financial aid is available. San Marcos Academy is affiliated with Texas Baptists through the Baptist General Convention of Texas.
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San Marcos Baptist
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 7-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1907 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 220 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 294 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 10% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 39% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 60% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 21 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Bi-Monthly | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:9 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 14 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 50% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $5 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $27,595 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $8,565 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 35% | 34% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $6,100 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 80% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Jeffrey D. Baergen | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Harold Smith | |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
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| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 14 | 14 |
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| AP Calculus AB/BC | AP Computer Science | |
| English III AP | English IV AP | |
| World History AP | ||
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 14 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Cheering | Cross Country | |
| Equestrian | Football | |
| Golf | Orienteering | |
| Soccer | Softball | |
| Swimming | Tennis | |
| Track and Field | Volleyball | |
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 6 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| An Extensive 4-H Program | Jazz Band | |
| Newspaper Staff | Student Ambassadors | |
| Student Council | Yearbook Staff | |
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2006-2009 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| Texas State University | 10 | |
| Baylor University | 6 | |
| Texas A&M University | 4 | |
| Texas Luthreran University | 4 | |
| University of Houston | 4 | |
| Stephen F. Austin University | 3 | |
| University of Iowa | 2 | |
| University of Texas | 2 | |
| West Texas A&M University | 2 | |
| Harvard University | 1 | |
School Notes:
- Quality Academics With Low Teacher-Student Ratio
- AP Honors Curriculum
- Dual Credit College Courses
- Learning Skills Program For Students With Mild To Moderate Learning Differences
- English As A Second Language Program
- Structured Environment
- Leadership, Education And Development (LEAD) Program
- LD types supported: Mild to Moderate Learning Differences
- School accreditations: Approved or accredited by Accreditation Commission of the Texas Association of Baptist Schools, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Texas Education Agency, The Association of Boarding Schools, Texas Department of Education
- Profile last updated: 10/04/2011
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