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St. Stephen's Episcopal School is a nationally recognized boarding and day school providing exceptional academic opportunity in an inclusive, accepting community.Our 370 acre campus with wide open spaces, breathtaking views and excellent facilities attracts a distinguished, dedicated, and accessible faculty who are passionate about their subjects.
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St. Stephen's
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. (Boarding) | 8-12 | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | 6-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Episcopal | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1950 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 370 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 681 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 26% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 14% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 35% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1940 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1770 - 2140 | - |
| Average ACT score | 28 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 16 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:8 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 19 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 65% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $8 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $44,000 (includes facilities, books, food, dormitory) |
$42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $25,375 (includes facilities, books, food) |
$23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 19% | 34% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $25,670 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 35% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Lawrence Sampleton | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Martha Black | |
Course Listings: |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
AP / Advanced Courses: |
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| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 19 | 14 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| Advanced Acting | Advanced Algebra II | |
| Advanced Biology II | Advanced Calculus AB | |
| Advanced Calculus BC | Advanced Chemistry II | |
| Advanced European History | Advanced Geometry | |
| Advanced Independent Study in Mathematics | Advanced Photography | |
| Advanced Physics II | Advanced Precalculus | |
| Advanced Statistics | Advanced Visual Studies | |
| Art History | Chinese IV | |
| French VI | Latin V, VI | |
| Spanish VI | ||
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 19 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Ballet | Baseball | |
| Basketball | Cheering | |
| Crew | Cross Country | |
| Dance | Field Hockey | |
| Football | Golf | |
| Lacrosse | Mountain Biking | |
| Rock Climbing | Soccer | |
| Surf Team | Swimming | |
| Tennis | Track and Field | |
| Volleyball | ||
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2007-2011 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| University of Texas - Austin | 47 | |
| Southern Methodist University | 16 | |
| Washington University in St. Louis | 15 | |
| Texas A&M University | 12 | |
| University of Texas - San Antonio | 12 | |
| Rice University | 11 | |
| Texas Christian University | 11 | |
| George Washington University | 9 | |
| Trinity University | 9 | |
| Colorado College | 8 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes:
- St. Stephen's Episcopal School, a coeducational boarding-and-day school of the Diocese of Texas, is a caring, diverse community, inclusive of all faiths and grounded in the Christian tradition, that nurtures moral growth and values the potential and dignity of every human being. We challenge motivated students to live intelligently, creatively, and humanely as contributing member of society. We develop the whole person by providing rigorous academic preparation, stimulating physical activities, and rich opportunities in the fine arts.
- School accreditations: Texas Education Agency, TABS, NAIS, ISAS, NAES, WBSA, Cum Laude Society
- Profile last updated: 10/10/2011
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