Stepping Stones serves 10 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten. The student:teacher of Stepping Stones is 5:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked TX School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Stepping Stones ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
10 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Truth and Honor'
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Stepping Stones cost?
Stepping Stones's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Stepping Stones?
Stepping Stones famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.
What is Stepping Stones's ranking?
Stepping Stones ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of students of color, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Stepping Stones?
The application deadline for Stepping Stones is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Stepping Stones is South Texas Christian Academy (4.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Covenant Christian Academy (2.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Lavalette International Montessori Institute Llc (1.9 miles away)
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Lavalette International Montessori Institute Llc
Montessori School
302 S Bryan Rd
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 585-4344
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 585-4344
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 109 students
Covenant Christian Academy
(Christian)
4201 N Ware Rd
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 686-7886
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 686-7886
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 261 students
The Fun Of Learning Montessori Center
Montessori School
11958 N Shary Rd
Mission, TX 78573
(956) 584-3676
Mission, TX 78573
(956) 584-3676
3.5 miles
Gr: K | 14 students
Taylor Christian School
(Christian)
2021 W Jackson Avenue
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 686-7574
Mcallen, TX 78501
(956) 686-7574
4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 6 students
7001 N Ware Road
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 682-1117
Mcallen, TX 78504
(956) 682-1117
4.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 184 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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