St. Stephen School

St.Stephen is a K through 8 Catholic School in the Lake Merced area of San Francisco.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 296 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,540
  • Average class size: 32 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 California for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
296 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
32 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Stephen School cost?
St. Stephen School's tuition is approximately $9,540 for private students.
What is St. Stephen School's ranking?
St. Stephen School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and 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).
In what neighborhood is St. Stephen School located?
St. Stephen School is located in the Stonestown neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Stonestown.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 296 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,540
  • Average class size: 32 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in San Francisco, CA is $24,392 for elementary schools and $40,296 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Francisco, CA is 58% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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