Very Good
#39 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 20% of private schools
St Paul the Apostle Catholic School
Elementary School
152 ALABAMA ST, Spartanburg, SC 29302
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#39 of 192
In Spartanburg
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Paul the Apostle Catholic School
Elementary School in Spartanburg · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Paul the Apostle Catholic School
St Paul the Apostle Catholic School is a private elementary school in Spartanburg, SC. St Paul the Apostle Catholic School serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul the Apostle Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, St Paul the Apostle 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 6:1 students to teachers, St Paul the Apostle 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 the Apostle 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 the Apostle Catholic School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Spartanburg, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul the Apostle Catholic School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg | 5.7 |
| Spartanburg Preparatory School | 5.0 |
| Mary H. Wright Elementary | 4.7 |
| Pine St. Elementary | 8.5 |
| The Cleveland Academy of Leadership | 7.1 |
| Drayton Mills Elementary | 7.7 |
| Woodland Heights Elementary | 4.3 |
| Jesse Boyd Elementary | 8.2 |
| E. P. Todd School | 5.2 |
| Jesse S. Bobo Elementary | 4.0 |
| Lone Oak Elementary | 4.9 |
| SC School for the Deaf Elementary/Middle | 6.6 |
| Cedar Springs Academy | 6.0 |
| SC School for the Blind Elementary/Middle | — |
| Arcadia Elementary | 3.8 |
| Spartanburg Six Child Development Center | — |
| Green Charter School Spartanburg | 8.7 |
| West View Elementary | 4.4 |
| Cannons Elementary | 7.5 |
| High Point Academy | 8.8 |
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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 SC.
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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 SC
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
152 ALABAMA ST, Spartanburg, SC 29302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul the Apostle Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine St. Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jesse Boyd Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Drayton Mills Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Spartanburg, see our Spartanburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meeting Street Academy-Spartanburg Spartanburg | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Spartanburg Preparatory School Spartanburg | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY Spartanburg | 0.8 mi | — |
| Mary H. Wright Elementary Spartanburg | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Carver Middle Spartanburg | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Pine St. Elementary Spartanburg | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| The Cleveland Academy of Leadership Spartanburg | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Drayton Mills Elementary Spartanburg | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| SPARTANBURG DAY SCHOOL Spartanburg | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Woodland Heights Elementary Spartanburg | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| E. P. Todd School Spartanburg | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JAMES METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Spartanburg | 2.8 mi | — |
| Jesse Boyd Elementary Spartanburg | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spartanburg | 3.0 mi | — |
| Spartanburg High Spartanburg | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Jesse S. Bobo Elementary Spartanburg | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Lone Oak Elementary Spartanburg | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| SC School for the Blind High Spartanburg | 3.7 mi | — |
| SC School for the Deaf High Spartanburg | 3.7 mi | — |
| SC School for the Deaf Elementary/Middle Spartanburg | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,428
Median Home Value
$264,000
Median Rent
$1,031/mo
Population
19,031
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
39.3
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|---|---|
| FREEDOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rock Hill, SC | 6.7 |
| U U WORLD OF CHILDREN Greenville, SC | 7.9 |
| SC School for the Deaf Elementary/Middle Spartanburg, SC | 6.6 |
| PAWLEYS ISLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pawleys Island, SC | 6.5 |
| WHETSTONE ACADEMY LLC Mountain Rest, SC | 6.5 |
| CHEROKEE CREEK BOYS SCHOOL Westminster, SC | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul the Apostle Catholic School
What grades does St Paul the Apostle Catholic School serve?
St Paul the Apostle Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend St Paul the Apostle Catholic School?
St Paul the Apostle Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul the Apostle Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul the Apostle Catholic School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul the Apostle Catholic School rank in SC?
St Paul the Apostle Catholic School ranks #39 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is St Paul the Apostle Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul the Apostle Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 the Apostle Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Paul the Apostle 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 the Apostle Catholic School a religious school?
St Paul the Apostle Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Spartanburg County
- Phone
- (864) 582-6645
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