Faith Values Education Serving Students in Grades PreK38 Located in Baltimore County, St. Stephen School is dedicated to the ideals of educating children in an environment that surrounds them with Christian values.The school strives to educate the whole child spiritually, academically, physically, socially, and emotionally.Every effort is made to cultivate within each child a positive self-image and to heighten his/her awareness of the dignity and worth of others.Come visit St. Stephen School and see why we're so proud of our students and teachers!.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MD School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,100
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Stephen Parochial School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
School History
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
320 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
28 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
10 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Endowment Size
$2 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Faith and Reason'
- Vision StatementCatholic schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide a Christ-centered education that is academically excellent and empowers students to reach their full potential spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, and morally. Fostered through robust collaboration among all stakeholders, the mission is accomplished through accountable leadership at all levels, ongoing and coordinated strategic planning, centralized efficiencies, and financial sustainability.We will challenge our students to faith filled academic excellence so that they have the skills to achieve their full potential.We will continue to attract, retain and provide professional development for our teachers and administrators to further the mission of St. Stephen School.We will provide for the short and long term financial stability of our school, while continuing to provide families with an affordable Catholic education.We will continue to upgrade our facilities to enable us to meet the demands of the mission of our school.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Stephen Parochial School cost?
St. Stephen Parochial School's tuition is approximately $6,100 for private students.
What sports does St. Stephen Parochial School offer?
St. Stephen Parochial School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is St. Stephen Parochial School's ranking?
St. Stephen Parochial School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Stephen Parochial School?
The application deadline for St. Stephen Parochial School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Date
First Day for Faculty
August 24, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of School
August 31, 2026 (Monday)
School Closed
September 07, 2026 (Monday)
School Closed
October 05, 2026 (Monday)
School Closed for Students
October 21, 2026 (Wednesday)
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