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St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo #1 - As a college preparatory Episcopal Church School in Alexandria, Virginia, that educates students from ages 3 through grade 12, we foster a close-knit community where every student belongs, grows, and thrives.
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St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo #1 - As a college preparatory Episcopal Church School in Alexandria, Virginia, that educates students from ages 3 through grade 12, we foster a close-knit community where every student belongs, grows, and thrives.
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo #2 - St. Stephen's and St. Agnes Lower school serves 3-year-olds through 5th grade. Offering vibrant learning spaces with a rigorous curriculum in a safe and inclusive environment where children are known, cherished, and encouraged to explore. https://www.sssas.org/academics/lower
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo #3 - Joy is why our demanding Middle School grades 6-8 curriculum is not just broad and deep, but also designed to teach curiosity, creativity, empathy, ethics, resilience, and teamwork alongside literature and languages, math and science. Our students build meaningful academic and life skills, extensive knowledge, and a thirst for more. https://www.sssas.org/academics/middle
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo #4 - The Upper School for grades 9-12 offers a strong college preparatory program that graduates students who are resourceful, independent thinkers. Small class sizes allow the faculty to respond to individual needs, making it possible to help each student adjust to the school's pace and demands. https://www.sssas.org/academics/upper
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo #5 - St. Stephen's and St. Agnes Lower school serves 3-year-olds through 5th grade. Offering vibrant learning spaces with a rigorous curriculum in a safe and inclusive environment where children are known, cherished, and encouraged to explore. https://www.sssas.org/academics/lower
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo #6 - St. Stephen's and St. Agnes Lower school serves 3-year-olds through 5th grade. Offering vibrant learning spaces with a rigorous curriculum in a safe and inclusive environment where children are known, cherished, and encouraged to explore.
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo #7 - The College Office is focused on supporting students and families through the journey of finding, applying, and enrolling in college. Through individual conversations, extensive programming, and personalized connections, we meet with every student. https://www.sssas.org/academics/college-counseling
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo #8 - Our Middle School academic program is demanding and specially designed to attend to the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual requirements of boys and girls in middle school.
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo #9 - Upper School STEM classes prepare students to use technology tools confidently, capably, and ethically. With an emphasis on project-based learning, students apply their knowledge, develop collaborative skills, and demonstrate creative solutions to problems. https://www.sssas.org/academics/technology
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Photo #10 - Our comprehensive Arts program offers many ways to express yourself! Diverse Visual art courses from painting to printmaking, ceramics to sculpture for beginners to AP. Our musicians, singers, and actors have lots of opportunities to perform. Learn more at https://www.sssas.org/arts
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SSSAS is a college preparatory Episcopal Church School in Alexandria, Virginia, that educates students from age 3 through grade 12.
We have three distinct campuses, each uniquely tailored to meet the needs of the students within. Our mission is to pursue goodness as well as knowledge and to honor the unique value of each of our members as a child of God in a caring community.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 1,230 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $55,210
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / May. 1
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Gold, Red / White / Green
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
Campus Size
50

Student Body

Total Students
1,230 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
195 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
76%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
34 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP African American StudiesAP Art History
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP Chinese Language and CultureAP Comparative Government and Politics
AP Computer Science AAP Computer Science Principles
AP DrawingAP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and CompositionAP Environmental Science
AP European HistoryAP French Language and Culture
AP Human GeographyAP Latin
AP MacroeconomicsAP Microeconomics
AP Physics 1AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
AP Physics C: MechanicsAP Psychology
AP ResearchAP Seminar
AP Spanish Language and CultureAP Statistics
AP Studio Art 3D Grade 12AP Studio Art Drawing and 2D Design
AP U.S. Government and PoliticsAP United States History
AP US Government & AP Comparative GovernmentAP World History: Modern
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Dress code varies by campus- Lower, Middle & Upper

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / May. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$43,025 - Full-day Early Saints and Junior Kindergarten (FA not offered until K) $44,455 - Grades Kindergarten-2 $44,945 - Grades 3-5 $49,630 - Grades 6-8 (Middle School) $55,210 - Grades 9-12 (Upper School)
Summer Program Cost
$500
Summer Program Cost Notes
Per week cost varies by camp type and length of camp.
% on Financial Aid
19%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$30,348
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School
Admissions Associate
Jill Iverson
Application URL
Endowment Size
$32 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
26 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Admission Ambassadors/GuidesAthletic Council
Community ServiceDiversity Club
Environmental ClubHonor Board
Honor CouncilHonor Society
Leadership CouncilModel Judiciary
Model UNNewspaper
One Act PlayPep Band
PhotographyQuiz Bowl Team
RoboticsRocket Club
Student CouncilUpper School Excerpt (literary magazine)
Yearbook


Arts and Music Programs:
ChoirDrama
Jazz EnsembleOrchestra


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Weightlifting

School Notes

  • School Motto: Pursuing Knowledge + Goodness Together
  • School Mascot: Saints
We pursue knowledge and goodness together in everything we do. Through an intentional program designed to help you grow as a learner and a person, we empower you to excel and make a meaningful difference in the world around you.
  • Dedicated Faculty: Our teachers are the heart of our school. More than educators,they're mentors, guides, and role modelsfor your child. As lifelong learners themselves, they create engaging classrooms that support a rigorous curriculum while making sureyour child feels safe, valued,empowered to explore, take risks, and ask questions with confidence.
  • Episcopal Tradition: Our Episcopal identity inspires every aspect of our community, from programs and service to creating a space where everyone feels valued for who they are.Through chapel services, thoughtful religious studies, and a commitment to justice, empathy, and community, we invite students to explore their own spiritual journey while deepening their understanding of the Episcopal tradition.You don't need to be Episcopalian or Christian to belong-you are valued just as you are.
  • Balanced Approach: We empower students not only to succeed but to thrive, enabling them to lead balanced, fulfilling, and purposeful lives in an ever-changing world. That includes ensuring every student's current and lifelong well-being, which encompasses theirphysical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Through our health and wellness programs, students learn to prioritize their well-being, practice mindfulness, manage stress effectively, maintain healthy relationships, and cultivate school and work-life balance.
  • Student Leadership: Empathy and stepping outside one's comfort zone are key to becoming a confident, effective leader. As students work with people of different ages, backgrounds, and cultures, they learn thatleadership takes many forms and draws on a wide range of abilities.From budgeting and speechwriting to teamwork and problem-solving, every student can discover their unique leadership style. We provide the guidance and opportunities to help them grow into the leaders they're meant to be.
  • Purposeful Service: To plant the seed of service early, we engage our youngest Saints in hands-on, real-time projects with immediate outcomes, like making snack packs that go to localafter-school programs, performing a magic show for a local preschool, and engaging in an eight-week philanthropy workshop to raise money for localorganizations that work with children.These experiences inspire a deeper desire to serve, as our students discover how empathy, fairness, kindness, stewardship, and love can make a difference for others.
  • Around the World: There's a vast, complicated, and constantly changing world out thereand ourstudents are ready for it.Through classroom studies, hands-on service projects, and meaningful travel, they engage with and come to understand world religions, cultures, and economies. They research and discuss global issues, drawing on a variety of international sources. They learn and practice communicating in languages other than English and connect with peers around the globe through collaborative projects and programs.
Every student brings something unique to our table, and at SSSAS, we celebrate what makes you, you. We believe that true belonging happens when every voice is valued and every individual is encouraged to shine.
From the moment you step onto campus, you'll discover opportunities to connect with others, contribute your talents, and grow in ways that feel authentic to you. Whether it's through our inclusive programs, leadership opportunities, or simply sharing a laugh with friends, you'll find a place where you're supported, celebrated, and empowered to thrive. At SSSAS, we don't just welcome you as you are-we celebrate who you're becoming.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School cost?
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School's tuition is approximately $55,210 for private students and $500 for summer students.
Does St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School offer a summer program?
Yes, St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School offer?
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.
What is St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School's ranking?
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School?
The application deadline for St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School is Jan. 15 / May. 1.
In what neighborhood is St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School located?
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School is located in the Seminary Hill neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 1 other private schools located in Seminary Hill.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 1,230 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $55,210
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / May. 1
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Alexandria, VA is $20,328 for elementary schools and $39,220 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Alexandria, VA is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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