In 1986, St. Paul's School became the first school in Houston and among the first in the country to be accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) as meeting national standards of quality in early childhood education.
Accreditation has been maintained each year since 1986. On July 31, 2007, St.
Paul's School was granted accreditation status under the new program standards and criteria, once again being one of the first schools in the Houston area to achieve this recognition.
St. Paul's School is also licensed by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, and is inspected annually by the City of Houston Fire Department.
St. Paul's School teachers and staff are special people. The goal of every staff member is to help each child grow in a well-rounded way: socially, emotionally, spiritually, physically and intellectually.
Teachers carefully plan activities that allow children to express themselves, experience freedom of choice, and develop self-reliance and spontaneity.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked TX School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Paul's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
271 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
![St. Paul's School Student By Grade St. Paul's School Student By Grade](http://images1.privateschoolreview.com/charts/27000/27463/st-paul-s-school-chart-biiV6in.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- In 1986, St. Paul's School became the first school in Houston and among the first in the country to be accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) as meeting national standards of quality in early childhood education. Accreditation has been maintained each year since 1986. On July 31, 2007, St. Paul's School was granted accreditation status under the new program standards and criteria, once again being one of the first schools in the Houston area to achieve this recognition. St. Paul's School is also licensed by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, and is inspected annually by the City of Houston Fire Department. St. Paul's School teachers and staff are special people. The goal of every staff member is to help each child grow in a well-rounded way: socially, emotionally, spiritually, physically and intellectually. Teachers carefully plan activities that allow children to express themselves, experience freedom of choice, and develop self-reliance and spontaneity.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Paul's School's ranking?
St. Paul's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul's School?
The application deadline for St. Paul's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Paul's School located?
St. Paul's School is located in the Houston Museum District neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other private schools located in Houston Museum District.
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