St Stephen's and St Agnes is a top college preparatory Episcopal Church School in Alexandria, Virginia that educates girls and boys from age 3 through twelfth grade on three campuses.
Our mission is to pursue goodness as well as knowledge and to honor the unique value of each of our members as a child of God in a caring community.
To help our students succeed in a complex and changing world, we seek to inspire a passion for learning, an enthusiasm for athletic and artistic endeavor, a striving for excellence, a celebration of diversity, and a commitment to service.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 1,214 students
- Yearly Tuition: $49,030
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Apr. 1
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1924
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
1,214 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
168 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
76%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
32 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP 2-D Art and Design, AP 3-D Art and Design, AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Drawing, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP French Language and Culture, AP Human Geography, AP Japanese Language and Culture, AP Latin, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP Physics 1, AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Psychology, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Statistics, AP United States Government and Politics, AP United States History, AP World History: Modern
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Dress code varies by campus- Lower, Middle & Upper
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / Apr. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
$49,030
Tuition Notes
$39,050 - Full-day Early Saints and Junior Kindergarten (FA not offered until K)
$40,360 - Grades Kindergarten-2
$40,810 - Grades 3-5
$45,140 - Grades 6-8 (Middle School)
$49,030 - Grades 9-12 (Upper School)
Summer Program Cost Notes
Cost varies by camp type and length of camp.
% on Financial Aid
19%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$30,348
Admissions Director
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School
Admissions Associate
Jill Iverson
Sports
Total Sports Offered
18 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
19 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Community Service, Diversity Club, Environmental Club, Honor Council, Model Judiciary, Newspaper, One Act Play, Pep Band, Photography, Quiz Bowl Team, Robotics, Rocket Club, Upper School Excerpt (literary magazine), Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Drama, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Weightlifting
Community Service, Diversity Club, Environmental Club, Honor Council, Model Judiciary, Newspaper, One Act Play, Pep Band, Photography, Quiz Bowl Team, Robotics, Rocket Club, Upper School Excerpt (literary magazine), Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Drama, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Weightlifting
School Notes
Become Ready
- Try something new. Learn a new language, become a scientist, take the stage. Learn and explore and dream big. At St. Stephen's and St. Agnes, students develop a confidence in themselves; they find power and value in their talents, big and small. Each and every day they are honored for who they are and who they will become. They will be ready for the academic challenges of college and the world beyond, and they will be ready to lead with goodness and integrity.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School cost?
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School's tuition is approximately $49,030 for private students.
Does St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School offer a summer program?
Yes, St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School offer?
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.
What is St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School's ranking?
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School?
The application deadline for St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School is Jan. 15 / Apr. 1.
In what neighborhood is St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School located?
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School is located in the Seminary Hill neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 1 other private schools located in Seminary Hill.
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