St. Pauls (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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St. Pauls

1690 Church St
San Francisco, CA 94131

Tel: (415) 648-2055

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St. Paul's is a Catholic elementary school serving children in grades kindergarten through 8th.

The mission of St. Paul's School is to educate our students in the Catholic Christian tradition.

We are called to teach as Jesus taught, emphasizing the gospel message of love and service.

We encourage and support the role of parents as the primary educators of their children.

It is our purpose to provide a safe and caring environment with quality instruction designed for academic achievement and faith formation.

We help our students to be responsible to our parish, school and the larger community.

We encourage our students to become fully-integrated individuals, who will continue to grow in their Catholic Christian faith.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 223 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,650
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Pauls ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1916

Student Body

Total Students

223 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

56%

State avg.: 52%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

20 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,650

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School Notes

St. Paul's is a Catholic elementary school serving children in grades kindergarten through 8th. The mission of St. Paul's School is to educate our students in the Catholic Christian tradition. We are called to teach as Jesus taught, emphasizing the gospel message of love and service. We encourage and support the role of parents as the primary educators of their children. It is our purpose to provide a safe and caring environment with quality instruction designed for academic achievement and faith formation. We help our students to be responsible to our parish, school and the larger community. We encourage our students to become fully-integrated individuals, who will continue to grow in their Catholic Christian faith.

Source: Verified school update

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How much does St. Pauls cost?

St. Pauls's tuition is approximately $10,650 for private students.

What schools are St. Pauls often compared to?

St. Pauls is often viewed alongside schools like St. Philip School, Synergy School by visitors of our site.

What is St. Pauls's ranking?

St. Pauls ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Pauls?

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

In what neighborhood is St. Pauls located?

St. Pauls is located in the Noe Valley neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Noe Valley.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 223 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,650
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in San Francisco, CA is $24,294 for elementary schools and $40,742 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in San Francisco, CA is 59% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).