Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,200
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Paul Lutheran School
About the School
- St. Paul Lutheran Church & School established in 1875 began St. Paul Lutheran School in 1886.
- Through the years it has been a main stay at the corner of Hayes and Canal roads in Sterling Heights, Michigan.
- Over the hundred plus years thousands of young students ages 3-14 have entered the doors at 42681 Hayes Rd. Each student receives strong personal attention from dedicated, certified, staff.
- Mission Statement God's forgiving love for us in Christ compels us to fulfill His Great Commission by equipping one another to lovingly disciple our church, school, community, and world.
- St. Paul Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.
- It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs and athletic and other administered programs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,200
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
St. Paul Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1886
Student Body
Total Students
66 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 19%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
13 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
For specific tuition policy see school website.
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Academic TeamPioneers
Teens for Jesus: Youth Group
Arts and Music Programs:
Band LessonsJunior Choir
Piano Lessons
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Paul Lutheran School cost?
St. Paul Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $1,200 for private students.
What schools are St. Paul Lutheran School often compared to?
St. Paul Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Saint Basil Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Paul Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. Paul Lutheran School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
What sports does St. Paul Lutheran School offer?
St. Paul Lutheran School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Paul Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Paul Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Paul Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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