The mission of the St. Paul's Catholic School is to develop Catholic faith and ensure individual academic excellence.
We provide a quality Catholic education that enables the individual to become a contributing member of the Church and Society.
We teach learners in a student'centered environment that fosters the development of the whole person as an individual; nurtures values, skills and the ability to learn based on individual potential; teaches communication skills effectively across the content areas, possess broad general knowledge, and are skillful in the uses of technology; provides a safe and secure learning environment in which everyone is respected as children of God; and promotes Christ-like behavior in all learners as a basis of school discipline.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked ID School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Pauls Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1922
Student Body
Total Students
148 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 15%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$3,000 per year (specific amounts may vary depending on grade level)
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Your Child's Education Is Our Top Priority'
- The mission of the St. Paul's Catholic School is to develop Catholic faith and ensure individual academic excellence. We provide a quality Catholic education that enables the individual to become a contributing member of the Church and Society. We teach learners in a student'centered environment that fosters the development of the whole person as an individual; nurtures values, skills and the ability to learn based on individual potential; teaches communication skills effectively across the content areas, possess broad general knowledge, and are skillful in the uses of technology; provides a safe and secure learning environment in which everyone is respected as children of God; and promotes Christ-like behavior in all learners as a basis of school discipline.
Source: Verified school update
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What is St. Pauls Catholic School's ranking?
St. Pauls Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Pauls Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Pauls Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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