St. Paul Of The Shipwreck Catholic serves 185 students in grades Kindergarten-8, is a member of the National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES).
The student:teacher of St. Paul Of The Shipwreck Catholic is 15:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Paul Of The Shipwreck Catholic ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
185 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
88%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: 鈥淭his is my story... This is my song.鈥 -Blessed Assurance
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Paul Of The Shipwreck Catholic's ranking?
St. Paul Of The Shipwreck Catholic ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Of The Shipwreck Catholic?
The application deadline for St. Paul Of The Shipwreck Catholic is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Paul Of The Shipwreck Catholic located?
St. Paul Of The Shipwreck Catholic is located in the Bret Harte neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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