St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School (Top Ranked 17�Թ� for 2025)

1007 E Rusholme Street
Davenport, IA 52803

Tel: (563) 322-2923

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St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School Photo #1 - STREAM is an expansion of STEM. It is an acronym for Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, the Arts and Math. As Catholic schools, our mission is to educate the whole child; therefore, STREAM education has taken the principles of STEM infused religion across all subjects and added the arts to provide students the creative thinking skills necessary to communicate.

St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School Photo #2 - St. Paul the Apostle students outscore students across the state of Iowa on our state assessment in all curricular areas!

St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School Photo #3 - Honoring Our Blessed Mother Mary with May Crowning is special for our 2nd and 8th grade Prayer Buddies.

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic School provides a superb educational facility with a 2024 rennovation project improving security and accessibility.

The school has a strong history of providing quality Catholic Education for over 90 years.

STREAM (Science,Tehnology, Religion, Engineering, Arts, Math) has arrived at St. Paul's getting our students ready for not only their careers, but life-long learning.

The original school housed approximately 260 students. Two additions to the building expanded its capacity in the late 1950's and early 1960's.

Today, St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade School has over 450 students.

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic School works with each student as an individual and strives to advance the student as afar as they are willing and able to go.

The needs of each student drive an instructional plan that allows for individual learning styles and places responsibility for learning on students.

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic School recognizes the family as the primary educator of children in academics and faith.

Therefore, the School enjoys family involvement in the ongoing success of school achievement and activities, emulating relationships that honor Jesus, Mary and Joseph, the original Holy Family.

Quick Stats (2025)

Top Ranked IA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 487 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,425
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia / Language-based, Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1926

First Day of School

Fri. Aug 15, 2025

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2011

Campus Size

School Motto

Go Make Disciples Matthew 28:19

Student Body

Total Students

487 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

18%

State avg.: 16%

Students by Grade

St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

26 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

22 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Khaki or navy blue pants, uniform jumpers and skirts, polo shirts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,425

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Tuition Notes

Full tuition cost for parish subsidized first child, additional children receive a discount.

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 81%

Admissions Director

Julie Delaney

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

Basketball, Cheering, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, Panther Players Musical, STEM Club, Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Honor Choir, Jazz Band, Yearbook

School Notes

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic School provides a superb educational facility with a 2024 renonovation project including security upgrades and accessibility. The school has a strong history of providing quality Catholic Education for ocer 90 years. The original school housed approximately 260 students. Two additions to the building expanded its capacity in the late 1950's and early 1960's. Today, St. Paul the Apostle is the largest Catholic Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade School in the area with over 500 students attending. St. Paul the Apostle Catholic School works with each student as an individual and strives to advance the student as afar as they are willing and able to go. The needs of each student drive an instructional plan that allows for individual learning styles and places responsibility for learning on students. St. Paul the Apostle Catholic School recognizes the family as the primary educator of children in academics and faith. Therefore, the School enjoys family involvement in the ongoing success of school achievement and activities, emulating relationships that honor Jesus, Mary and Joseph, the original Holy Family.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School cost?

St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School's tuition is approximately $5,425 for private students.

What schools are St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School often compared to?

St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like All Saints Catholic School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.

What sports does St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School offer?

St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering and Volleyball.

What is St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School's ranking?

St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School?

The application deadline for St. Paul The Apostle Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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