Located in Saint James, MN, St. Pauls Lutheran School serves 42 co鈥揺d students from pre鈥搆indergarten through 8th grade in a town setting.
Founded in 1893, the school operates with four teachers, maintaining a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 11:1.
The school is affiliated with the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and holds accreditation from the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod School Accreditation (WELSSA).
Students of color represent approximately 15% of the student body, reflecting some diversity within the school community.
St. Pauls Lutheran School ranks among the oldest private schools in Minnesota based on its founding date.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Pauls Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1893
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please call and ask about our tuition rates.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Pauls Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Pauls Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Pauls Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Pauls Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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