St. Paul Academy & Summit School in Saint Paul, MN, is a nonsectarian co–ed private school serving grades K–12 with a total enrollment of 918 udents in an urban community setting.
The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average class size of 14, supported by 113 teachers.
Annual tuition is $23,310, with an acceptance rate of 61%, compared to the average 83% acceptance rate for private schools in Saint Paul.
Paul Academy & Summit School's udent body includes 32.65% students of color, reflecting diversity within the city locale.
The school's average ACT score is 29, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for academic performance.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MN School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Yearly Tuition: $23,310
- Acceptance rate: 61%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Paul Academy & Summit School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
918 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
14 students
Average ACT score
29
(Out of 36)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$23,310
Tuition Notes
tuition ranges from 23,310 for Lower School to 25,560 for Upper School
Acceptance Rate
61%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Heather C Ploen
Admissions Associate
Julie McGlincey
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Paul Academy & Summit School cost?
St. Paul Academy & Summit School's tuition is approximately $23,310 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Paul Academy & Summit School?
The acceptance rate of St. Paul Academy & Summit School is 61%, which is lower than the national average of 86%. St. Paul Academy & Summit School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Minnesota with low acceptance rates.
What is St. Paul Academy & Summit School's ranking?
St. Paul Academy & Summit School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Academy & Summit School?
The application deadline for St. Paul Academy & Summit School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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2051 Larpenteur Avenue E
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-5577
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-5577
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(651) 690-2443
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 690-2443
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(612) 728-7722
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(651) 288-4606
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(612) 676-7600
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