St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School

St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School is a loving, secure, and inclusive community that nurtures, challenges, and inspires children to honor God, care for their world, and develop a passion for discovery and learning.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 426 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $21,980
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1953

Student Body

Total Students
426 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
collared shirts, skirts or shorts Dress uniform for grades 4 and 5

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$21980 (full day) -- three year olds $22,960 -- four year olds - K-5 -- $24210
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,000
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Debby Lichtner
Admissions Associate
Dawn Herman

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
and drama, chess, choir, cooking, Irish dance, Jr. choir, little Dragons, mad science, music, piano, robotics, Tae Kwon Do

Club or Organization:
French Class

School Notes

  • St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School is committed to academic excellence for children in Preschool-Grade 5 in a diverse and inclusive environment. Our students thrive in a safe and secure environment where they are encouraged and challenged to be critical thinkers, creative problem solvers, and lifelong learners.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School cost?
St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School's tuition is approximately $21,980 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School?
The acceptance rate of St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Florida with low acceptance rates.
What sports does St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School offer?
St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Flag Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Martial Arts, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball. St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.
What is St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School's ranking?
St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School is Jan. 15.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
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STEPS has been a terrific and enriching environment for our children. There is a strong sense of community that we did not feel at other schools.
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Love this school! Our family is so happy at St. Thomas - we are so blessed to be a part of this wonderful and loving community. At St. Thomas there is a unique emphasis on developing the whole child - excellent academics, dance/music/theater including the most impressive productions, as well as faith/values.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 426 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $21,980
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

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