St. Paul Catholic School (Top Ranked �� School for 2025-26)

St. Paul Catholic School in Pocahontas, AR enrolls 145 students from early grades through 6th grade in a co–ed, Catholic–affiliated town setting.

Founded in 1880, the school is among the oldest private schools in Arkansas, serving families in the Pocahontas community.

The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 with an average class size of 15 students.

Annual tuition is $3,400, placing St. Paul Catholic School among the more affordable private elementary options in Arkansas.

The student body is predominantly White (82 students) with Hispanic representation (2 students), reflecting some diversity in this town–based Catholic elementary school.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked AR School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
Enrollment: 145 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,400
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Paul Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-6

Year Founded

1880

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

145 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 21%

Students by Grade

St. Paul Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

St. Paul Uniform Shirt & Khaki Pants

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,400

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Catholic Tuition is $3,400 Non-Catholic Tuition is $4,260. Pre-K Tuition is 4,420

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

Sports

ArcheryBasketball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Battle of the BooksFire Marshals

Math LeagueSaber Safety Patrol

Student Council

School Notes

School Motto: Saber the moment
School Mascot: Sabers

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Paul Catholic School cost?

St. Paul Catholic School's tuition is approximately $3,400 for private students.

What sports does St. Paul Catholic School offer?

St. Paul Catholic School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Archery and Basketball.

What is St. Paul Catholic School's ranking?

St. Paul Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Paul Catholic School?

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

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