Saint Paul Catholic School

1755 W Harrison Boulevard, Valparaiso, IN, 46385-0463 - View a map of this schoolMap

School Notes Overview:

Saint Paul Catholic School is a coeducational, elementary and middle school offering grades K through 8. At Saint Paul Catholic School, teachers, parents, and students work together to create a safe, caring environment, based on Christian values and service to others, that enables students to learn and develop spiritually, academically, emotionally, and physically. Saint Paul Catholic School enjoys a strong reputation for setting high expectations, fostering leadership skills, and building a solid foundation of Christian values. ...

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School Overview:

 
Saint Paul Catholic School
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 8
County Porter County, IN
Student Body
Total Students 391 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(IN) School Avg.
% Students of Color 2% 15%
Students by Grade
Kind - 56 students
Grade 1 - 57 students
Grade 2 - 48 students
Grade 3 - 50 students
Grade 4 - 31 students
Grade 5 - 46 students
Grade 6 - 39 students
Grade 7 - 32 students
Grade 8 - 32 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 16 teachers
Average Class Size 28
This School
(IN) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:18 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 180 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Tuition Notes We have a contract that explains all the financial matters. It is different if a family belongs to the parish, number of children registering, etc.
Head of School Pastor Rev. Joseph Pawlowski
Admissions Director Mrs. Jane Scupham B.S., M.S. E
Sport
Total Sports Offered 4
 
Sports
BasketballCross Country
Track and FieldVolley Ball
Extracurricular
Total Extracurricular Organizations 3
 
Extracurriculars
Girl and Boy ScoutsSpanish
academic bowl 

School Notes:

  • We are in a state of the art building situated by St. Paul Church!
  • We incorporate the traditions of our Catholic faith with practical applications in today's world in an open atmosphere.
  • We take students where they are academically, and expect the best from each.
  • Profile last updated: 05/06/2009

In the News:

  • Chicago day-trip a lesson in learning for students (Post-Tribune)
    posted on September 25, 2009 at 10:19:55 am
    Beautiful, summerlike weather was a much-appreciated bonus for Saint Paul Catholic School eighth-graders when they spent Sept. 17 in Chicago. The all-day field trip is a long-held tradition for SPCS eighth-graders that provides a fun and educational way to begin their final year at the school. Utilizing trains, a boat, and their own two feet, the students managed to make the most of their day ...
  • Community gives a big sendoff to graduates (Post-Tribune)
    posted on June 19, 2009 at 09:35:59 am
    The Saint Paul Catholic School eighth-grade class held its graduation ceremony recently. Students participated in a Mass, enjoyed music by Tom Oram as well as classmates, listened to the valedictory and salutatory speeches, received their diplomas and tossed their graduation caps outside. At the beginning of the Mass, Cam Koenig delivered the welcome. Talented musician and longtime SPCS friend ...
  • St. Paul parents show appreciation (Post-Tribune)
    posted on June 12, 2009 at 09:23:29 am
    St. Paul Catholic School parents pitched in to pamper teachers and staff with an amazing breakfast, lattes, massages, manicures, car washes, and even lunch complete with a chocolate fountain during Staff Appreciation Week. The event was coordinated by Mary Cooper, a school parent and volunteer. Many parents baked, supervised, donated, created and shared their talents to show appreciation to ...
  • The guide to local potpourri (The Times of Northwest Indiana)
    posted on June 11, 2009 at 05:11:33 am
    farmers markets CHESTERTON'S EUROPEAN MARKET | Chesterton Open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 27 in historic downtown on the corner of Broadway and Third Street next to Thomas Centennial Park. Enjoy a cappuccino and artisan pastry or freshly made crepe while strolling through the many booths at the market. There are special events weekly and scheduled musicians from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. ...
  • Northwest Indiana education briefs (Post-Tribune)
    posted on June 5, 2009 at 10:43:24 am
    CHESTERTON Ryan Peschke honored Chesterton High School graduate Ryan Peschke was among 25 teachers honored with the Golden Apple Award. Peschke teaches third grade at Cardinal School in Brownsburg. A 1998 CHS graduate, he is the son of Ed and Debbie Peschke of Chesterton. The Golden Apple program is sponsored by Indianapolis Power and Light Company, and includes a trophy and a monetary award ...

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (46385)
School Zip (46385)
(IN) State Average
Population (Approximate) 33,435 people 6,080,485 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 30% 20%
Population Average Age 37 years old 35 years old
Average Household size 2.8 persons 2.4 persons
Median Household Income $61,216 $42,650
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 6.2 rooms 5.5 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 33 years old 43 years old
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