St. Paul Catholic School serves 145 students in grades Nursery/Preschool-6, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of St. Paul Catholic School is 13:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked AR School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,400
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Paul Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Year Founded
1880
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
145 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
2%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
St. Paul Uniform Shirt & Khaki Pants
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Catholic Tuition is $3,400 Non-Catholic Tuition is $4,260. Pre-K Tuition is 4,420
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Battle of the BooksFire Marshals
Math LeagueSaber Safety Patrol
Student Council
School Notes
- School Motto: Saber the moment
- School Mascot: Sabers
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Paul Catholic School cost?
St. Paul Catholic School's tuition is approximately $3,400 for private students.
What sports does St. Paul Catholic School offer?
St. Paul Catholic School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Archery and Basketball.
What is St. Paul Catholic School's ranking?
St. Paul Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Paul Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Paul Catholic School is West Point Upc (26.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Masters Ranch (23.6 miles away)
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