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St. Pauls Lutheran School

315 9th St S Saint James, MN 56081

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 42 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • Located in Saint James, MN, St. Pauls Lutheran School serves 42 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a town setting.
  • Founded in 1893, the school operates with four teachers, maintaining a student–teacher 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 (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 42 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Pauls Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

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School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1893
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Student Body

Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 23%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
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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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The average private school tuition in Minnesota is $8,452 for elementary schools and $14,466 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Minnesota is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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