St. Paul Christian Academy integrates academic excellence with a passion for Christ to develop a strong foundation for young leaders who uniquely shape the world in which they live.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked TN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Yearly Tuition: $21,220
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Paul Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
375 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / Jan. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
$21,220
% on Financial Aid
20%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
School Notes
- "St. Paul Christian Academy integrates academic excellence with a passion for Christ to develop a strong foundation for young leaders who uniquely shape the world in which they live."
- St. Paul is a mission driven school. Our mission reflects the three pillars that we work on each and every day at St. Paul - academic excellence, passion for Christ and leadership development. We believe our students are the next generation that will be shaping our future and these pillars are the foundation we are building for them.
- We teach our students the basic foundations, but we also teach them to think. Our ERB scores are at the top of our peer schools in Nashville. In addition, St. Paul students consistently perform very well at the schools where they matriculate.
- We believe that we can be strong academically and still have a strong passion for Christ. Therefore, our students learn about God's word and their place in His world. 6th grade students read morning devotions to our students. Each class presents a chapel for us during the year.
- Not only do we expect our students do well academically at their next schools, but we also expect them to be strong leaders. We begin teaching leadership in the 3rd grade through our buddy program. Leadership training continues in grades 4-5 and culminates in our capstone 6th grade experience.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Paul Christian Academy cost?
St. Paul Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $21,220 for private students.
What sports does St. Paul Christian Academy offer?
St. Paul Christian Academy offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Tennis, Track and Field and Wrestling.
What is St. Paul Christian Academy's ranking?
St. Paul Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Christian Academy?
The application deadline for St. Paul Christian Academy is Dec. 1 / Jan. 15.
School Reviews
5 9/7/2020
Best school in Nashville! This Nashville treasure of a school truly partners with families. It`s not just something the teachers say. They do it. Academic excellence is absolutely evident, and so is leadership training. Every faculty and staff member models a passion for Christ, and it shows in the students. Thank you, St. Paul!
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