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St. Paul School

2916 Mckee Road Merced, CA 95340

Tel: (209) 383-3302

stpaulmerced.com

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 143 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,260
Acceptance rate: 97%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 143 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,260
Acceptance rate: 97%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
National Lutheran Schools Accreditation

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Paul School
Pre-K	42
Kind	20
1	14
2	17
3	13
4	13
5	10
6	14

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Year Founded

1988

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

143 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

31%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,260

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Acceptance Rate

97%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Marianne Daughdrill

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Track and Field

School Notes

St. Paul School is a ministry of St. Paul Lutheran Church.
We are a Christian school committed to nurturing believers, equipping scholars and connecting families in an ever changing world. We welcome you to learn more about our school and how your family can become a part of the St. Paul community.

School Motto: Nurturing believers in Jesus, equipping scholars, and connecting families in an ever-changing world

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Paul School cost?

St. Paul School's tuition is approximately $7,260 for private students.

What schools are St. Paul School often compared to?

St. Paul School is often viewed alongside schools like Stone Ridge Christian Elementary by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Paul School?

The acceptance rate of St. Paul School is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What sports does St. Paul School offer?

St. Paul School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Track and Field.

When is the application deadline for St. Paul School?

The application deadline for St. Paul School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in California is $17,739 for elementary schools and $23,888 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in California is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).