San Marcos Academy

San Marcos Academy is a fully accredited coeducational Christian school for boarding students in grades 6-12 and day students in grades K-12. Our college preparatory curriculum is designed to engage and inspire students, preparing them for success in college and in life. Located in the beautiful hill country, our boarding school in Texas has a diverse population of students from around the world, across the United States, and all over Texas. Since 1907, San Marcos Academy has provided a tradition of excellence in private school education.

In 1908, the first graduating class of SMA, the Class of 1909, stepped foot on our original campus on Academy Street. Decades later, the 2020-21 school year has arrived, and it is the 113th class, the Class of 2021, who are completing their Upper School education on our Ranch Road 12 campus. Even more extraordinary, we are witnessing the 126th class, the Class of 2034, enjoy the first year of their educational careers in Kindergarten.

San Marcos Academy is settled within the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country, just outside of San Marcos. Our 220-acre campus allows us the opportunity to educate students, giving them a competitive edge when they move into career opportunities or enroll in University higher education. Above all, our Christian heritage encourages our students in their faith as we become the shining light on a hill, not just in Texas, but throughout the world.

Since its founding, San Marcos Academy has educated students from around the globe. Both our Boarding and Day programs are designed to provide a strong academic foundation, built on excellence, as well as to equip our students with the values and virtues that enable them to become upstanding citizens. The opportunities for leadership are extensive, and students are encouraged to get involved in campus organizations, athletics, fine arts, and service to the surrounding community.