In the spirit of Catholic Education, St. Stephen's mission is to evangelize our children and families, to provide solid academics, and to prepare our children to challenge life with strong Christian faith in Jesus Christ and His Church.
Religious education is not confined to an instructional program but something which permeates the entire day.
Formal religious instruction is given daily in the classroom using a variety of methods and materials.
Staff members strive to build a Christian community among not only themselves but the students and their families as well.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Stephen Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
School Motto
With Faith, Hope and Love we will make the ordinary into the extraordinary.
Student Body
Total Students
159 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
56%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
3 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- In the spirit of Catholic Education, St. Stephen's mission is to evangelize our children and families, to provide solid academics, and to prepare our children to challenge life with strong Christian faith in Jesus Christ and His Church. Religious education is not confined to an instructional program but something which permeates the entire day. Formal religious instruction is given daily in the classroom using a variety of methods and materials. Staff members strive to build a Christian community among not only themselves but the students and their families as well.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Stephen Catholic School often compared to?
St. Stephen Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Sopris Montessori School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Stephen Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Stephen Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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