St. Stephen the Martyr School is committed to promoting academic excellence, leading students in developing their God-given talents, and challenging these students to live the teachings of Jesus Christ as revealed through the Roman Catholic Church.
The philosophy of Catholic education takes into consideration the total personality of the student in the imparting of knowledge.
There is unity of purpose springing from the students oneness.
The school is responsible for contributing to the total development of each student in terms of his origin, nature, and destiny.
St Stephen the Martyr School exists as a unit of the Mystical Body of Christ and as an institution of society.
As such, its function is two-fold. First, it strives always to help the student grow in Christian love of God and all creatures, and secondly, it helps students in their search to find their full human potential.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked NE School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. St.ephen The Martyr School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2008
Student Body
Total Students
673 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. St.ephen The Martyr School's ranking?
St. St.ephen The Martyr School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. St.ephen The Martyr School?
The application deadline for St. St.ephen The Martyr School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. St.ephen The Martyr School located?
St. St.ephen The Martyr School is located in the Mission Hills neighborhood of Omaha, NE.
School Reviews
5 1/5/2019
St. Stephen the Martyr school provides an excellent faith based education. Students are treated as unique individuals, and they are educated as such.
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