St. Paul's Lutheran School (Top-Ranked �� School for 2026)

St. Paul's Lutheran School is the oldest, continuously operated school in the state of Indiana, public or parochial.

Established in 1837, it has been blessed with a great faculty, staff, and a congregation that willingly supports our Christ-centered, quality education.

The school has kindergarten through eighth grade classes. Our kindergarten program is an all day class.

St. Paul's Lutheran School exists to educate each child in a Christ-Centered environment for a life of service to God and man.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked IN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 171 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,500
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Paul's Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Evangelical Lutheran Education Association (ELEA)

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1837

School Calendar

Last Day of School

Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students

171 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

46%

State avg.: 26%

Students by Grade

St. Paul's Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,500

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

SoccerTrack and Field

VolleyballWrestling

School Notes

School Motto: St. Paul’s Lutheran School exists to educate each child in a Christ-centered environment for a life of service to God and man.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Paul's Lutheran School cost?

St. Paul's Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $8,500 for private students.

What sports does St. Paul's Lutheran School offer?

St. Paul's Lutheran School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.

What is St. Paul's Lutheran School's ranking?

St. Paul's Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Paul's Lutheran School?

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

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