St. Stephen The Martyr School

St. Stephen the Martyr School is committed to promoting academic excellence, leading students in developing their God-given talents, and challenging these students to live the teachings of Jesus Christ as revealed through the Roman Catholic Church.
The philosophy of Catholic education takes into consideration the total personality of the student in the imparting of knowledge.
There is unity of purpose springing from the students oneness.
The school is responsible for contributing to the total development of each student in terms of his origin, nature, and destiny.
St Stephen the Martyr School exists as a unit of the Mystical Body of Christ and as an institution of society.
As such, its function is two-fold. First, it strives always to help the student grow in Christian love of God and all creatures, and secondly, it helps students in their search to find their full human potential.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 718 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Stephen The Martyr School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2008

Student Body

Total Students
718 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
St. Stephen The Martyr School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Stephen The Martyr School often compared to?
St. Stephen The Martyr School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Vincent De Paul School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Stephen The Martyr School's ranking?
St. Stephen The Martyr School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Stephen The Martyr School?
The application deadline for St. Stephen The Martyr School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Stephen The Martyr School located?
St. Stephen The Martyr School is located in the Mission Hills neighborhood of Omaha, NE.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 718 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Omaha, NE is $6,478 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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