Stepping Stones

1607 E Griffin Pkwy
Mission, TX 78572

Located in Mission, TX, Stepping Stones is a nonsectarian early childhood program serving preschool and kindergarten students in a small city setting.

Founded in 1905, the school enrolls 10 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 supported by 2 teachers.

Stepping Stones has 100% students of color, ranking in the top 20% statewide for diversity among private schools in Texas.

The school's tuition is $25,000 per year, which is above the Hidalgo County average for elementary private schools.

Stepping Stones is recognized for its long history and school resources compared to other private schools in the state.

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:

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

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

View national tuition avg.

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.

What schools are Stepping Stones often compared to?

Stepping Stones is often viewed alongside schools like The Fun Of Learning Montessori Center, Juan Diego Academy by visitors of our site.

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).

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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)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Hidalgo County, TX is $7,568 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).