Who We Are

Your Private Texas Christian Academy In San Marcos, TX
San Marcos Academy, located in the beautiful Texas hill country, is a fully accredited Private Christian school for students in PreK 3 through the 12th grade, with a boarding program for students in 6th – 12th grades. The curriculum at the Academy is designed to engage and inspire students, preparing them for success in life and in college. The Academy 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 Christian school education.
Since 1907, San Marcos Academy has provided a tradition of excellence in private Christian school education.

Core Values
SMA Core Values drive our campus culture, our priorities and our ministry.
They include the following:
- Belief in Jesus Christ, the Son of God and the Savior of all mankind who works in us, through us and for us
- Enrichment of lives built on honesty, integrity, character, and the compassionate concern for others
- Accountability for honorable conduct in actions and relationships
- Rigorous pursuit of spiritual, academic, and physical excellence
- Successful preparation of servant leaders
Accreditation And Memberships
Strong accreditations are a foundational component of SMA. The accreditations symbolize to the educational community that high standards of education are being met at SMA. SMA graduates are noted by universities as having attended a school with highly recognized accreditations. San Marcos Academy is accredited or recognized by the following:
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San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce
Member of San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce

Ministry Safe
Staff training certified by Ministry Safe

Texas Baptists
Affiliated with Texas Baptists through the Baptist General Convention of Texas.

COGNIA
COGNIA accreditation status is included and holds the following North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC), and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI).

Boarding School Review
Member of Boarding School Review


Niche Best Schools
Rated Best School in Hays County by Niche

