At a Glance

St. Stephen's Episcopal School, established in 1989 as an active ministry of St. Stephen's Church, serves students from PREk-2 through Eighth Grade. Located on a beautiful 52-acre campus shared with the Church in Wimberley, TX, we provide a nurturing environment for learning and growth.

 

  • FOUNDED: In 1989 as an active ministry of St. Stephen's Church, Wimberley

    LOCATION: We are located in the city of Wimberley, within the communities of Wimberley, Driftwood, Dripping Springs, Kyle, and Buda, Texas

    SCHOOL LEADERSHIP:
    Amanda Ebner, Head of School

    Brinton Nute, Assistant Head of School

    Fr. Kevin Schubert, Rector

    ACCREDITATION:
    Membership
    St. Stephen's Episcopal School is a proud member of the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools (SAES) and operates under the guidance of the Episcopal Schools Commission of the Diocese of West Texas (DWTX). These state, regional, and national organizations provide essential training, standards, and policies that enhance the quality of the educational experience we offer. They also connect us to a broader purpose, extending beyond our local community, by fostering collaboration within a dynamic network of Episcopal schools united by a shared mission and identity.

    Accreditation
    St. Stephen's Episcopal School, offering programs from 18 months through Eighth Grade, is fully accredited by the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools (SAES). This accreditation, recognized by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) through SAES's membership in the Texas Private School Accreditation Commission, reflects our commitment to high standards in education.

    SAES, a regional organization serving Episcopal schools in Texas, Arkansas, Arizona, Louisiana, and Oklahoma, employs a rigorous and comprehensive accreditation process. This includes on-site evaluations by visiting teams of educators and interim written reports over a ten-year cycle, fostering a continuous improvement framework.

    The emphasis on best practices and effective governance strengthens St. Stephen's mission and operations. Notably, SAES is the only faith-based accreditation organization in the United States recognized by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).

    GRADE LEVELS: 18 month olds - 8th grade

  • Average Class Size: 16

    1:1 Chromebook (Gr. 3-8)

    Collaborative & Process-focused differentiated learning

    K-8 Service Learning Curriculum & Partnerships

    Weekly Chapel and Religious Education classes

    P.E.

    Archery

    Art

    Spanish

    Music

    STEAM

    Athletics

  • Current Enrollment: 190

    Faculty/Staff: 25 Teaching Faculty, 6 Administrative, Extended Day & Support Staff

    Gender of Students: 42% Boys, 58% Girls

    Religions Currently Represented:

    Baptist

    Catholic

    Episcopalian

    Lutheran

    Methodist

    Non-denominational

    Presbyterian

    Protestant

    Other

Outdoor Chapel

The mission of the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools is to lead, nurture, and unify Episcopal schools in order to advance educational excellence within the faith community of the Episcopal Church.