St. Pauls Episcopal Day School

St. Paul's Episcopal School is Waco`s premier private school serving students Early Toddler through Sixth Grade.
We offer a 21st century education to students in the Waco community.
We believe in educating the whole child in mind, body, and spirit.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 190 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,909
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Pauls Episcopal Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1956
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
190 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
St. Pauls Episcopal Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
school uniform M-Th, free dress on Fridays

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition rate of $7909 applies to elementary students (grades 1-6). PreK/Kinder Tuition: $7565 Early School Tuition: $7346 (5 Day), $4795 (MWF) and $3447 (TTh). Additional costs incurred for after school care, if needed.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Jenny Peel

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir

School Notes

  • Open to students of all faiths, St. Paul's Episcopal School emphasizes academic rigor, faith and spiritual formation, and the intent to cultivate student leaders who will carry the torch as responsible citizens within our global community. St. Paul's grows confident, flexible life-long learners.
  • At St. Paul's, students receive a well balanced education, with Spanish, technology, art, music, and physical education taught along with our core curriculum.
  • As a graduate of St. Paul's school, our sixth graders are ready to enter and succeed in any middle/high school. Many go on to become national merit scholars.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Pauls Episcopal Day School cost?
St. Pauls Episcopal Day School's tuition is approximately $7,909 for private students.
What schools are St. Pauls Episcopal Day School often compared to?
St. Pauls Episcopal Day Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waco Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Pauls Episcopal Day School?
The acceptance rate of St. Pauls Episcopal Day School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does St. Pauls Episcopal Day School offer?
St. Pauls Episcopal Day School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Pauls Episcopal Day School's ranking?
St. Pauls Episcopal Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Pauls Episcopal Day School?
The application deadline for St. Pauls Episcopal Day School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
What neighborhood is St. Pauls Episcopal Day School located?
St. Pauls Episcopal Day School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Waco, TX. There are 1 other private schools located in Downtown.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Early Release and Last Day for ETs-K
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Early Release and Last Day for 1st-6th
May 24, 2024 (Friday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 190 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,909
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Texas is $10,710 for elementary schools and $12,114 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Texas is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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