St. Stephen Lutheran School & Preschool

At St. Stephen, we teach God's pure Word every school day.
We not only prepare children for life in this world, we use God's means to prepare children for eternity! We aim to base everything on a clear understanding of the saving gospel.
Though all have sinned, God sent his only Son to save the world.
Our school is centered around the good news that we are saved by grace, through faith in Jesus Christ alone.
All teaching at St. Stephen is based on the Bible.
If science or current theories conflict with the Bible, the Bible is always correct.
Bible teaching is not merely an addition at our school, it permeates all instruction.
All teaching at St. Stephen is in accord with Luther's Small Catechism, which correctly summarizes Scripture.
We confess God's Word in unity with the Wisconsin Synod.
We offer a complete elementary education for children from kindergarten through eighth grade.
Our students receive personal care from well-qualified, divinely called wels educators.
Children learn all the essential subjects in the light of God's timeless Word.
Children who graduate from St. Stephen's can be sure that they have met the proper academic requirements to enter the next level of education.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 43 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1944
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
There is a tuition rate for those who are not members of our congregation. For those who are members they support the school through their church offerings and a small support fee.

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

School Notes

  • At St. Stephen, we teach God's pure Word every school day. We not only prepare children for life in this world, we use God's means to prepare children for eternity! We aim to base everything on a clear understanding of the saving gospel. Though all have sinned, God sent his only Son to save the world. Our school is centered around the good news that we are saved by grace, through faith in Jesus Christ alone. All teaching at St. Stephen is based on the Bible. If science or current theories conflict with the Bible, the Bible is always correct. Bible teaching is not merely an addition at our school, it permeates all instruction. All teaching at St. Stephen is in accord with Luther's Small Catechism, which correctly summarizes Scripture. We confess God's Word in unity with the Wisconsin Synod. We offer a complete elementary education for children from kindergarten through eighth grade. Our students receive personal care from well-qualified, divinely called wels educators. Children learn all the essential subjects in the light of God's timeless Word. Children who graduate from St. Stephen's can be sure that they have met the proper academic requirements to enter the next level of education.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Stephen Lutheran School & Preschool often compared to?
St. Stephen Lutheran School & Preschool is often viewed alongside schools like Berean Baptist Academy, Lenawee Christian School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Stephen Lutheran School & Preschool offer?
St. Stephen Lutheran School & Preschool offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Stephen Lutheran School & Preschool?
The application deadline for St. Stephen Lutheran School & Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 43 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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