St. Paul Catholic High School Photo #8 - 2025 Baseball team huddle before the game and then after with a Class S State Championship!

St. Paul Catholic High School

Academically, St. Paul offers a rigorous curriculum designed to challenge and inspire students to reach their full potential. Through personalized attention and support, our faculty and staff are committed to the success of every student's journey, preparing them for future success.
With a wide range of elective courses and extracurricular activities, students have many opportunities to explore their interests in the classroom and beyond.
The St. Paul athletic program invites students to participate alongside their peers in many athletic offerings. Within their teams they foster values of unity and loyalty.
Collaborating with team leaders, coaches, and captains, St. Paul student-athletes acquire respect, sportsmanship, and community-building, skills that endure beyond their high school years.Cultivating on-stage skills, stagecraft, set design and production direction inspire those students looking to become compelling and expressive artists.
The support and celebration for these artists shine when they find themselves on the stage.
Above all, St. Paul is committed to the spiritual development of its students.
Rooted in the Catholic faith, St. Paul believes each person is a child of God and we encourage students to deepen their relationship with God through prayer, service, and reflection preparing them to understand the moral teachings of the Catholic Church and getting them ready to lead the world with ethics and integrity.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 397 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,400
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1966
Colors
White, Blue, Crimson
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
397 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
St. Paul Catholic High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
77%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
14 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
BiologyCalculus AB
Computer Science AEnglish Language and Composition
English Literature and CompositionLatin
Music TheoryPsychology
Spanish LanguageStudio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: DrawingU.S. Government
U.S. HistoryUCONN ECE Physics
Average SAT score
1085
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition Assistance and Scholarships Available
% on Financial Aid
70%
Admissions Director
Ms. Chelsea Mone '10
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
20 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Assistant Campus MinistryBlue Key Club
Chess ClubComic Book Club
Debate ClubLatin Club
Marketing ClubMath Team
Mission ClubNational Honor Society
Sewing ClubSocial Media Task Force
SPTV NewsStudent Government
United Way Youth BoardWorld Language and Culture Club
Yearbook


Arts and Music Programs:
Band and OrchestraChoir/Chorus
Performing Arts

School Notes

  • School Motto: There's something greater here. Welcome home.
  • School Mascot: Freddy The Falcon
  • St. Paul Catholic High School is a secondary co-ed college preparatory school located in Bristol, CT. Through academics, athletics, fine arts, and service to others, students from grades 9 through 12 are challenged to be their best selves and prepare themselves for the rigors of college and lifelong learning.
  • Our vision is to be a truly great Catholic high school.
  • Our Core Values
  • Faith Knowing, believing in, and living the teachings of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church.
  • Character Living our Christian values with confidence and conviction. Community Fostering a sense of belonging by creating a safe and nurturing environment.
  • Excellence Achieving one's personal best and contributing to the success of our community.
  • Service Giving of one's self to help and support others.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Byron Jones '10 - Byron played football at UConn and after a stellar combine performance he was drafted in the first round of the 2015 NFL draft by the Dallas Cowboys. He then was a cornerback for the Miami Dolphins. He is now focusing on special projects and non-profit camps.
    • Steve Pikiell '86 - Steve has been the head coach of the Rutgers University men's basketball team since 2016. Prior to Rutgers, Pikiell was the head coach at Stony Brook University for over a decade, leading the Seawolves to their first NCAA Tournament appearance in 2016.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Paul Catholic High School cost?
St. Paul Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $13,400 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from St. Paul Catholic High School?
St. Paul Catholic High School famous alumni include: Byron Jones '10 and Steve Pikiell '86.
What sports does St. Paul Catholic High School offer?
St. Paul Catholic High School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling.
What is St. Paul Catholic High School's ranking?
St. Paul Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Catholic High School?
The application deadline for St. Paul Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 397 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,400
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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