St. Stephen School (Top Ranked Private School for 2025)

2000 S State Road 7
Hollywood, FL 33023

St. Stephen School has a rich and wonderful history, spanning more than fifty years.

In the early 1950's, the Catholic presence in the Hollywood area resembled very little of the Church, as we know it today.

Teachers, staff and the Administration strive to instill a sense of self-worth and belonging, among students, by stressing their gifts and talents.

The students are taught to respect the uniqueness of each individual and to care for all of God's creations.

We, at St. Stephan's feel we have given an education in basic values and a rising scale of loyalties that will last through a life time.

Our students have been taught the basics and more, in their Faith, never forgetting that God is always with them.

We have taught our students to hold on to their values, despite all temptations and be law-abiding citizens.

If St. Stephen School has helped to develop all these things, then we shall indeed be worthy of those students who passed through our hands.

Quick Stats (2025)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 250 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s)
National Association for the Education of Young Children
National Independent Private Schools Association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1953

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

250 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

77%

State avg.: 47%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

19 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is St. Stephen School's ranking?

St. Stephen School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Stephen School?

The application deadline for St. Stephen School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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