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St. Stephens Christian Academy

1525 Old Eastern Ave
Essex, MD 21221

www.ssclc.org

The St. Stephen¡¯s Christian Academy was established in 2004 by Pastor William A.

Gray III asked Mrs. Lucille Jennings, a former school principal, to help implement a Christian based early education school.

Academy¡¯s mission is to reinforce Christian principals in the process of educating our children to strive higher.

This is accomplished through the combination of having (degreed) teachers, an aggressive educational curriculum, and limited size classes.

Our teachers are committed to providing each child with a positive solid foundation that brings out their best.

Quick Stats (2025)

Grades: Kindergarten-4
Enrollment: 91 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,500
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Religious Affiliation

African Methodist Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-4

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

91 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 37%

Students by Grade

St. Stephens Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 13:1

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,500

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Admissions Director

Nicole Williams

Source: Verified school update

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St. Stephens Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $4,500 for private students.

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The application deadline for St. Stephens Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

Grades: Kindergarten-4
Enrollment: 91 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,500
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Baltimore County, MD is $13,262 for elementary schools and $20,110 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Baltimore County, MD is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).