St. Paul's School is committed to educating the whole person and preparing students to make contributions to a changing and challenging world.
The philosophy of St. Paul's School defines education as all of the structured experiences in which students participate: course work, athletics, activities, and our life together as a fully residential school.
These opportunities involve valuable interaction between faculty, students, and staff.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $65,410
- Acceptance rate: 16%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Paul's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Boarding Focus
School Resources
School Resources
Selectivity
Offering Breadth
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1856
1909
Campus Size
2000 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
540 students
300 students
% Students of Color
49%
25%
% International Students
22%
20%
% Students Boarding
100%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
79%
70%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$673 million
(Endowment as of 6/30/2022)
(Endowment as of 6/30/2022)
$25 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$65,410
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$33,500
Summer Program Cost
$5,200
% Students on Financial Aid
38%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$57,000
(Need-based)
(Need-based)
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
16%
58%
Dean of Admission
Dana Anselmi
Associate Director of Admission
Tim Caryl-Klika
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
19
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
63
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
@SPSVogue13 Blues and Islands Caribbean Affinity Group
American Sign Language ClubAngler’s Society
Asian SocietyBraille Club
Chess ClubChinese Society
Classical Film SocietyClassics Society
Common GroundCooking Cultures Club
Criminal Justice Reform GroupDairy Appreciation Society
DebateDeli Line
Eco ActionEngineering and Robotics Club
Entrepreneurs ClubFly Tying Club
FunkdefiedGAINS
GSAHorae Scholasticae
Humans of SPSiLaf
Indian SocietyInternational Society
Investing ClubJapanese Society
Justice and Social Equity for Asians and Asian AmericansKitchen Society
LatinXLettuceHeads
OnyxPhysics & Astronomy Club
Plant Appreciation SocietySki Club
Sports Appreciation and DebateSPS Boxing Club
SPS TechStudent Cultural Alliance
Surf ClubTea and Coffee Club
The Biology SocietyThe Minecraft Society
The PelicanThe Testostertones
The UNICEF ClubThe Voyager
TidesTransitions
Ultimate Frisbee Spikeball Champions League Society Club TeamVibes
Women of ColorWSPS
Young IndependentsYoung Republicans
Young Women’s Club
College Matriculation
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Georgetown University
25
Brown University
23
Cornell University
21
Harvard University
19
University of Pennsylvania
17
Columbia University
16
Dartmouth College
16
Yale University
16
Middlebury College
12
Boston College
11
School Notes
- St. Paul's School is committed to educating the whole person and preparing students to make contributions to a changing and challenging world. The philosophy of St. Paul's School defines education as all of the structured experiences in which students participate: course work, athletics, activities, and our life together as a fully residential school. These opportunities involve valuable interaction between faculty, students, and staff. In addition to its academic curriculum, St. Paul's School requires participation in four other areas of community life to complement the academic endeavors of our students: the Living In Community Program, the Community Outreach Program, Athletics, and the Chapel Program. The School's commitment to education and caring for the whole person, as reflected in this all-encompassing view of education, supports and nurtures the intellectual, spiritual, physical, and emotional development of our students.
- St. Paul's School accreditations: New England Preparatory School Council, Lakes Region League
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Kerry - U.S. Senator, Massachusetts
- Garry Trudeau - Cartoonist, Doonesbury
- Robert Mueller - Director, FBI
- Lorene Cary - Author/Speaker
- Jeff Halpern - NHL All-Star
- Hobey Baker - Renowned hockey star and World War I war hero
- Edward Harkness - Philanthropist
- William Randolph Hearst - Newspaper publisher
- Nick Stoller - Filmmaker and Producer
- School Motto: To live honorably, we as members of the St. Paul’s community strive to be truthful, respectful, and kind.
- School Mascot: Pelican
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Paul's School cost?
St. Paul's School's tuition is approximately $65,410 for boarding students.
What schools are St. Paul's School often compared to?
St. Paul's Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phillips Exeter Academy, Deerfield Academy, Phillips Academy Andover by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Paul's School?
The acceptance rate of St. Paul's School is 16%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%. St. Paul's School's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from St. Paul's School?
St. Paul's School famous alumni include: John Kerry, Garry Trudeau, Robert Mueller, Lorene Cary, Jeff Halpern, Hobey Baker, Edward Harkness, William Randolph Hearst and Nick Stoller.
What sports does St. Paul's School offer?
St. Paul's School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
Does St. Paul's School offer a summer program?
Yes, St. Paul's School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is St. Paul's School's ranking?
St. Paul's School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of boarding students, Large financial endowment, Highest endowment/student, Low acceptance rates, Most extracurriculars offered and High average SAT scores.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul's School?
The application deadline for St. Paul's School is Jan. 15.
Alumni Reviews Review School
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Description
One of the biggest qualities that stood out during my time at St. Paul's was the campus and the community. You will not come across a more beautiful campus in New England. Covering a span. . .
St. Paul's was unique in that it was 100% boarding. Attending a school where absolutely all of the students (and the majority of the staff) reside on the same campus for the entire academic. . .
One of the most memorable and unique aspects of SPS is the boarding atmosphere. Everyone lives on campus in school housing, even students who hail from the local town. Teachers live on campus. . .
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