St. Paul Lutheran is a congregation with history and is affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.
German and Wendish Lutherans began settling in the Thorndale area in the 1880's and brought with them their deep spiritual and educational hopes and dreams.
Over the decades and from humble beginnings a community of service and devotion has developed.
It is just as important that you are a part of our present day life.
Whether you visit for the day, are a member of another Christian congregation, or are looking for a spiritual family, we want to help you.
We have ministries which can benefit you and your family and which can aid you to be a blessing to others.
Our goal is that the Lord would touch your life and the lives of those you love in order to bring you hope and healing and to give you a sense of service and purpose in his kingdom.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked TX School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Paul Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1890
Student Body
Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Paul Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Paul Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: 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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