St. Paul's School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NH School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 540 students
Yearly Tuition: $71,800
Acceptance rate: 16%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Paul's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Paul's School
9	109
10	138
11	139
12	154

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Year Founded

1856

Summer School Offered

Yes

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School Calendar

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Campus Size

2000 acres

Student Body

Total Students

540 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 18%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

111 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

79%

Average Class Size

10 students

Average SAT score

1430

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

145 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

Advanced ChemistryAdvanced Chinese

Advanced FrenchAdvanced German

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15

Yearly Tuition Cost

$71,800

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Summer Program Cost

$4,950

% on Financial Aid

38%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$60,495

Acceptance Rate

16%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Dana Anselmi

Admissions Associate

Tim Caryl-Klika

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$673 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

21 sports

Sports

Track and FieldVolleyball

Wrestling

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School Mascot

Pelican

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

31 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Angler’s SocietyAsian Society

Chess ClubChinese Society

Classics SocietyDebate

Deli LineEco Action

Engineering and Robotics ClubEntrepreneurs Club

FunkdefiedGAINS

GSAHorae Scholasticae

Indian SocietyInternational Society

Japanese SocietyJustice and Social Equity for Asians and Asian Americans

LatinXModel UN

OnyxPhysics & Astronomy Club

The PelicanThe Voyager

TidesTransitions

Women of ColorYoung Democrats

Young IndependentsYoung Republicans

Young Women’s Club

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School Notes

St. Paul`s School is a co-educational, fully residential high school founded in 1856.
We are an Episcopal school, welcoming of all faiths, made up of approximately 540 students from all over the world.
We are a community of students and teachers and families, who live and learn together.
We try to live by our School Prayer, which urges kindness and an eagerness to "bear the burdens of others." St. Paul`s is academically rigorous, but staffed with teachers who take the time to know the whole student, whether in the classroom, in the dormitory, on the athletic fields, or along one of the many paths that wind through the 2,000 acre campus.
At the heart of our academic program is a commitment to learner-centered instruction in which students make discoveries for themselves with guidance from and in partnership with their teachers.
In the St. Paul`s classrooms, you will be surrounded by other students and teachers who share your passion for learning. You will be challenged by a curriculum that offers unsurpassed opportunities.
You will build the knowledge and skills that will carry you with confidence to college and beyond.

St. Paul`s School is a co-educational, fully residential high school founded in 1856.
We are an Episcopal school, welcoming of all faiths, made up of approximately 540 students from all over the world.
We are a community of students and teachers and families, who live and learn together.
We try to live by our School Prayer, which urges kindness and an eagerness to "bear the burdens of others." St. Paul`s is academically rigorous, but staffed with teachers who take the time to know the whole student, whether in the classroom, in the dormitory, on the athletic fields, or along one of the many paths that wind through the 2,000 acre campus.
At the heart of our academic program is a commitment to learner-centered instruction in which students make discoveries for themselves with guidance from and in partnership with their teachers.
In the St. Paul`s classrooms, you will be surrounded by other students and teachers who share your passion for learning. You will be challenged by a curriculum that offers unsurpassed opportunities.
You will build the knowledge and skills that will carry you with confidence to college and beyond.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Kerry - U.S. Senator, Massachusetts
- Garry Trudeau - Cartoonist, Doonesbury
- Robert Mueller - Director, FBI
- Lorene Cary - Author/Speaker
- Jeff Halpern - NHL All-Star
- Hobey Baker - Renowned hockey star and World War I war hero
- Edward Harkness - Philanthropist
- William Randolph Hearst - Newspaper publisher
- Nick Stoller - Filmmaker and Producer

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Paul's School cost?

St. Paul's School's tuition is approximately $71,800 for private students and $4,950 for summer students.

What schools are St. Paul's School often compared to?

St. Paul's School is often viewed alongside schools like Phillips Exeter Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Paul's School?

The acceptance rate of St. Paul's School is 16%, which is lower than the national average of 74%. St. Paul's School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Hampshire with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from St. Paul's School?

St. Paul's School famous alumni include: John Kerry, Garry Trudeau, Robert Mueller, Lorene Cary, Jeff Halpern, Hobey Baker, Edward Harkness, William Randolph Hearst and Nick Stoller.

Does St. Paul's School offer a summer program?

Yes, St. Paul's School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does St. Paul's School offer?

St. Paul's School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. St. Paul's School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for most sports offered.

What is St. Paul's School's ranking?

St. Paul's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for St. Paul's School?

The application deadline for St. Paul's School is Jan. 15.

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