St. Paul Lutheran High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MO School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 193 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,000
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Paul Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

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Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Paul Lutheran High School
9	34
10	35
11	72
12	52

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Year Founded

1883

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Student Body

Total Students

193 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

17%

State avg.: 21%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

2 courses

Advanced Courses

AP AlgebraAP Computer

Average SAT score

1100

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Standardized dress code, Dress up on Wednesday

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$16,000

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Tuition Notes

For 2018-2019 Domestic Residential Tuition is set at $15000.00. This amount includes - tuition, room and board (20 meals a week) and textbooks. For domestic day and international tuition amounts, please contact [email protected]

% on Financial Aid

40%

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Clint Colwell

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

FootballGolf

SoccerSoftball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

16 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Dance ClubScience Club

Speech

Club or Organization:

Academic TeamDrama

Math TeamNational Honor Society

Quiz Bowl - Academic TeamSpanish Club

STAYStudent Government

Teens for LifeYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

BandConcert Band

Singing Saints Choir

School Notes

Saint Paul Lutheran High School was established in 1883.
Because of its rigorous course of study and high success rate among its graduates, Saint Paul attracts students with many vocational interests as well as international students from all over the world.
Saint Paul`s accreditation is through the North Central Association (NCA) and National Lutheran School Association (NLSA). Saint Paul Lutheran High School received "Exemplary Status" recognition for the 2011-2012 academic year through the National Lutheran School Accreditation Commission (NLSA).
The mission of Saint Paul Lutheran High is to provide curricular and co-curricular experiences in a Christian environment that equip students for joyful, faithful service to Christ and His world. Saint Paul combines the best of a community school with a boarding, residential high school.
About one-half of Saint Paul students come from Concordia and the surrounding communities.
All other students represent the United States and from all parts of the world: Taiwan, South Korea, Norway, Viet Nam, Spain, Slovokia, Hong Kong, Japan, China, Kenya,and Nicaragua.
Together we share a goal of progressing in our walk of faith and maintaining high standards for academic achievement.

You are invited to learn more about Saint Paul's strong academic program and explore the advantages of Christ-centered education. Examine the many opportunities that exist at Saint Paul for leadership and growth. Our curriculum provides students in grades 9-12 with an academic program grounded in excellence while being fully accredited. The advisor program links student to faculty members in family like circles to provide academic, social and personal guidance. With a 95% and higher college placement achievement, and students who score well above the national norm on ACT's and SAT's our students demonstrate that they are goal oriented. Programs are offered in athletics, music, drama, academic clubs and student government. Join us at Saint Paul where a student is valued, nurtured, encouraged and challenged. Financial assistance is available to qualified candidates. Saint Paul values cultural, religious and economic diversity. Contact us today to explore your future as a Saint.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Kristen Anderson, Class of 1991, Music Management degree -

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How much does St. Paul Lutheran High School cost?

St. Paul Lutheran High School's tuition is approximately $16,000 for private students.

What schools are St. Paul Lutheran High School often compared to?

St. Paul Lutheran High School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul's Lutheran School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Paul Lutheran High School?

The acceptance rate of St. Paul Lutheran High School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.

Who are famous alumni from St. Paul Lutheran High School?

St. Paul Lutheran High School famous alumni include: Kristen Anderson, Class of 1991, Music Management degree.

What sports does St. Paul Lutheran High School offer?

St. Paul Lutheran High School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Paul Lutheran High School's ranking?

St. Paul Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Paul Lutheran High School?

The application deadline for St. Paul Lutheran High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Missouri is $12,298 for elementary schools and $15,122 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Missouri is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).