St. Paul High School in Santa Fe Springs, CA serves 538 udents in grades 9 through 12 within a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1956, the school offers a Catholic co–educational program with a udent–teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average class size of 15.
The school provides 12 Advanced Placement courses and has an acceptance rate of 98%, with a yearly tuition co of $6,000.
The udent body represents 93.63% students of color, reflecting the diversity of this Los Angeles–area high school.
Paul High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for affordability, diversity, udent enrollment size, and sports offerings.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,000
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Paul High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
Sports offered
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1956
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
small
Student Body
Total Students
538 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Robert Miller
Admissions Associate
Lisa Allen
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: "Christ Lives In Me"
- School Mascot: Swordsmen
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Paul High School cost?
St. Paul High School's tuition is approximately $6,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Paul High School?
The acceptance rate of St. Paul High School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does St. Paul High School offer?
St. Paul High School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Paul High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is St. Paul High School's ranking?
St. Paul High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul High School?
The application deadline for St. Paul High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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