St. Stephen School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 387 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,150
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Stephen School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Stephen School
Pre-K	48
Kind	40
1	48
2	42
3	41
4	40
5	52
6	26
7	22
8	28

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Year Founded

1881

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

387 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

20%

State avg.: 23%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

94%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms required.

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,150

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Tuition Notes

$4,150 is K-8, Preschool range is $1,226-$4,705

Admissions Director

Heidi Staggert

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

SoccerSoftball

VolleyballWrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

BandDrama Club

School Notes

St. Stephen`s Catholic School offers a caring Christian community that nourishes spiritual development and academic excellence. Located in downtown Anoka, MN, we are an accredited, private school that has been a part of the community for over 130 years.
We have a safe and secure environment where the students` safety is our number one priority.

St. Stephen's Catholic School integrates faith with academics to prepare students to make solid Christian choices. It is an accredited, private school, comprised of pre-school, elementary, and middle school levels. ' Faith: As a vital part of the parish community, we educate students in a Catholic atmosphere enriched by the Gospel messages of peace, and justice. The spiritual development of students is the primary goal. The school recognizes that a person's faith is formed by living out that faith in community through prayer, worship, service and study; and grounded in our Catholic tradition. ' Academics: In partnership with their family, each student is encouraged and directed to reach his or her potential. Our academic program emphasizes mastery of the basics, academic excellence, and a variety of extracurricular activities. The school prepares students to be fully equipped for their next level of academic achievement. ' Community: The school seeks to provide a safe and trusting learning environment where each student is valued and challenged to grow spiritually, academically, emotionally, socially, and physically.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Stephen School cost?

St. Stephen School's tuition is approximately $4,150 for private students and $40 for summer students.

What sports does St. Stephen School offer?

St. Stephen School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball and Wrestling.

What is St. Stephen School's ranking?

St. Stephen School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Stephen School?

The application deadline for St. Stephen School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Anoka County, MN is $7,014 for elementary schools and $11,940 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Anoka County, MN is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).