Saint Thomas' Episcopal School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked TX School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 656 students
Yearly Tuition: $31,465
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Saint Thomas' Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Society For Classical Learning

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Saint Thomas' Episcopal School
Pre-K	80
Kind	36
1	23
2	26
3	27
4	37
5	43
6	67
7	56
8	72
9	56
10	45
11	52
12	36

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1955

Colors

Navy Blue, Gold

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Thu. May 27, 2027

Campus Size

5 acres

Student Body

Total Students

656 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

35%

State avg.: 42%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

120 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

42%

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

23 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Average SAT score

1335

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$31,465

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Tuition Notes

Preschool (see stes.org) Lower School (Kinder-Grade 1): 23630 Lower School (Grades 2-3): 25260 Lower School (Grades 4-5): 25410 Middle School (Grades 6 - 8): 28320 Upper School (Grades 9-12): 31460

% on Financial Aid

26%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$9,000

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Danny Kahalley

Admissions Associate

Casey First

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

School Notes

Since 1955, Saint Thomas' Episcopal School (STE) has formed honorable men and women through a classical education grounded in a Christ-centered worldview.
STE is a college preparatory day school serving 650 students in PreK-12.
Niche ranking consistently lists STE as a top Christian school in Houston, as well as one of the best K-12 schools in the city.
The campus is located in the Meyerland area of southwest Houston, adjacent to Bellaire and West University Place.
STE students have won recent state championships in swimming, cross country, orchestra, yearbook, soccer, and drum line. In a typical year, 100% of their graduates attend four-year colleges and universities. Seniors have been recently accepted to universities including Yale, Columbia, Johns Hopkins, University of Chicago, Rice, Vanderbilt, and colleges throughout Texas.
We also offer a world-renowned Scottish Arts program that includes Highland dance, piping, and drumming.

School Motto: Classical Christian Education for Lifelong Learning
School Mascot: Saints

Established in the heart of Houston for over seven decades, Saint Thomas' Episcopal School stands as a beacon of classical academic excellence and faith-based education from preschool to grade twelve. With its rich Christian heritage, STE has nurtured countless young minds, empowering them to achieve greatness in academics, athletics, and the arts. From bagpipes to Highland dance, its renowned Scottish Arts program provides a unique and compelling dimension to its diverse curriculum. Graduates leave STE well-prepared to excel in higher education and contribute meaningfully to the world they enter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Saint Thomas' Episcopal School cost?

Saint Thomas' Episcopal School's tuition is approximately $31,465 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Saint Thomas' Episcopal School?

The acceptance rate of Saint Thomas' Episcopal School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 83%. Saint Thomas' Episcopal School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Texas with low acceptance rates.

Does Saint Thomas' Episcopal School offer a summer program?

Yes, Saint Thomas' Episcopal School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Saint Thomas' Episcopal School offer?

Saint Thomas' Episcopal School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Fencing, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Saint Thomas' Episcopal School's ranking?

Saint Thomas' Episcopal School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Saint Thomas' Episcopal School?

The application deadline for Saint Thomas' Episcopal School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Saint Thomas' Episcopal School located?

Saint Thomas' Episcopal School is located in the Meyerland Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other private schools located in Meyerland Area.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 12/16/2019

We love STE! Our children are happy and well educated. The curriculum is rigorous. The support is off the charts. The faculty and staff are top-notch. STE is a unique blend. The size of the school enables there to be a family feel that makes the school experience unique and meaningful. It is big enough to have strong teams and extracurricular activities and small enough to know everyone and consider them family.

- Posted by Parent - High School Parent

5 4/23/2018

I went through St. Thomas (13 years) and received 8 years of Latin instruction. Latin provided an excellent grammatical background when I studied Asian languages in college. It also allowed me to function quite well in Italian when I was sent to Italy on business for a month. I have also come to believe that translating Latin is an excellent foundation for analyzing and interpreting complicated contract language.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Richard Luna

5 8/2/2017

I love this school! It's a place of substance where academic literacy in math, English, natural science, social studies, and foreign languages is still honored. The students are remarkably respectful to teachers, and they're kind and supportive to each other. It's a formula that works: acceptances to Yale, Stanford, Princeton, Caltech, Rice, and Carnegie Mellon this year; recent state champions in soccer, swimming, cross country, and basketball; state champions for their string orchestra and choir; one of the best yearbooks in the nation; and one of the best Scottish band and dance programs in the world prove that this is a small school that packs a big punch! I know my daughter's friends will be her friends for life, and she couldn't be surrounded by a better community of people.

- Posted by Parent - Lower School Parent

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The average private school tuition in Houston, TX is $18,683 for elementary schools and $22,417 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Houston, TX is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).