Excellent
#16 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 2% of private schools
St Paul Catholic Classical School
Elementary School
720 S FLOYD RD, Richardson, TX 75080
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#16 of 883
In Richardson
#2 of 6
public schools
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St Paul Catholic Classical School
Elementary School in Richardson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Paul Catholic Classical School
St Paul Catholic Classical School is a private elementary school in Richardson, TX. St Paul Catholic Classical School serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Catholic Classical School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #16 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 102 students, St Paul Catholic Classical 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 7:1 students to teachers, St Paul Catholic Classical 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 Classical 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 Classical School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Richardson, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Catholic Classical School (this school) | 8.5 |
| RICHARDSON HEIGHTS EL | 6.7 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE LEARNING CENTER | 4.8 |
| DOVER EL | 3.7 |
| MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET | 9.0 |
| RICHARDSON WEST TECHNOLOGY AND ARTS MAGNET | 7.8 |
| RICHLAND EL | 4.2 |
| RICHARDSON TERRACE EL | 7.2 |
| ARAPAHO CLASSICAL MAGNET | 8.9 |
| GREENWOOD HILLS EL | 4.9 |
| NORTHRICH EL | 6.3 |
| MOHAWK EL | 8.7 |
| RICHARDSON NORTH J H | 7.7 |
| JESS HARBEN EL | 6.8 |
| MARK TWAIN EL | 4.6 |
| CANYON CREEK EL | 9.2 |
| PRAIRIE CREEK EL | 9.5 |
| APOLLO J H | 6.0 |
| SPRINGRIDGE EL | 7.2 |
| DARTMOUTH EL | 7.2 |
| YALE EL | 7.5 |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Richardson
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 TX.
Data Unavailable
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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 TX
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
720 S FLOYD RD, Richardson, TX 75080
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Catholic Classical School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ARAPAHO CLASSICAL MAGNET (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RICHARDSON TERRACE EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Richardson, see our Richardson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EVOLUTION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Richardson | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| RICHARDSON HEIGHTS EL Richardson | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE LEARNING CENTER Richardson | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| DOVER EL Richardson | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| CAROLYN G BUKHAIR EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| I A N T QURANIC ACADEMY Richardson | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| JJAEP Richardson | 1.0 mi | — |
| RICHARDSON H S Richardson | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET Richardson | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| DOBIE PRE-KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| RICHARDSON WEST TECHNOLOGY AND ARTS MAGNET Richardson | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| RICHLAND EL Richardson | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| RISD ACAD Dallas | 1.4 mi | 2.1 |
| RICHARDSON TERRACE EL Richardson | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| GREENWOOD HILLS EL Richardson | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| ARAPAHO CLASSICAL MAGNET Richardson | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| RICHLAND COLLEGIATE H S OF MATH SCIENCE ENGINEERIN Dallas | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| CHASE'S PLACE Richardson | 1.6 mi | — |
| NORTHRICH EL Richardson | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| HAMILTON PARK PACESETTER MAGNET Dallas | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75080 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,773
Median Home Value
$420,000
Median Rent
$1,817/mo
Population
52,746
College Educated
57.4%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
31.4
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|---|---|
| STARWOOD ACADEMY OF FRISCO Frisco, TX | 8.5 |
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| THE BRANCH SCHOOL Houston, TX | 8.5 |
| FIRST PROTESTANT CHURCH SCHOOL New Braunfels, TX | 8.6 |
| MERRYHILL SCHOOL Arlington, TX | 8.6 |
| PINES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingwood, TX | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul Catholic Classical School
What grades does St Paul Catholic Classical School serve?
St Paul Catholic Classical School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul Catholic Classical School?
St Paul Catholic Classical School has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Catholic Classical School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Catholic Classical School is 7:1. 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 Classical School rank in TX?
St Paul Catholic Classical School ranks #16 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Paul Catholic Classical School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul Catholic Classical School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Classical School a private school?
Yes, St Paul Catholic Classical 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 Classical School a religious school?
St Paul Catholic Classical School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 102
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 235-3263
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