Very Good
#8 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 4% of private schools
St Paul Catholic School
Elementary School
1601 MESA AVE, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#8 of 188
In Colorado Springs
#1 of 11
public schools
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St Paul Catholic School
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About St Paul Catholic School
St Paul Catholic School is a private elementary school in Colorado Springs, CO. St Paul Catholic School serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, St Paul Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, St Paul Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Paul Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Paul Catholic School compares to 152 public schools serving similar grades in Colorado Springs, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Catholic School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Canon Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Cheyenne Mountain Junior High School | 8.6 |
| Broadmoor Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Skyway Park Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Gold Camp Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Oak Creek Elementary School | 6.6 |
| The Vanguard School (Elementary) | 7.7 |
| Zebulon Pike | — |
| Stratton Meadows Elementary School | 3.4 |
| The Vanguard School (Middle) | 8.4 |
| Cheyenne Mountain Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Fox Meadow Middle School | 4.4 |
| Otero Elementary School | 4.4 |
| Pinon Valley Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Buena Vista Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Midland Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Aspire Online Academy | 4.6 |
| West Middle School | 5.0 |
| West Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Bristol Elementary School | 8.0 |
Showing 20 of 152 schools. View all schools in Colorado Springs
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CO.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1601 MESA AVE, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broadmoor Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cheyenne Mountain Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gold Camp Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Colorado Springs, see our Colorado Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne Mountain Junior High School Colorado Springs | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Canon Elementary School Colorado Springs | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Cheyenne Mountain High School Colorado Springs | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| THE COLORADO SPRINGS SCHOOL Colorado Springs | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Skyway Park Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Gold Camp Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Broadmoor Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| GOLDEN MOUNTAIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL LLC Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | — |
| Zebulon Pike Colorado Springs | 2.3 mi | — |
| GIVING TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Colorado Springs | 2.5 mi | — |
| Oak Creek Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| The Vanguard School (Elementary) Colorado Springs | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Cheyenne Mountain Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.7 mi | 8.8 |
| The Vanguard School (High) Colorado Springs | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| The Vanguard School (Middle) Colorado Springs | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Stratton Meadows Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Buena Vista Elementary School Colorado Springs | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Midland Elementary School Colorado Springs | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| West Middle School Colorado Springs | 3.7 mi | 5.0 |
| West Elementary School Colorado Springs | 3.7 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,047
Median Home Value
$543,400
Median Rent
$1,634/mo
Population
37,403
College Educated
49.1%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Swink Elementary School Swink, CO | 7.9 |
| New Emerson School at Columbus Grand Junction, CO | 8.0 |
| Telluride Elementary School Telluride, CO | 8.0 |
| Wiley Elementary School Wiley, CO | 8.0 |
| ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pueblo, CO | 7.8 |
| Coal Creek Canyon K-8 Elementary School Golden, CO | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul Catholic School
What grades does St Paul Catholic School serve?
St Paul Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul Catholic School?
St Paul Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Catholic School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul Catholic School rank in CO?
St Paul Catholic School ranks #8 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is St Paul Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Paul Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Paul Catholic School a religious school?
St Paul Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 127
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Phone
- (719) 632-1846
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