St. Paul's Lutheran School offers a Bible-based, Christ-centered education that reveals the way of salvation in Jesus Christ, provides a quality academic education at the elementary level from a Christian perspective and seeks to make disciples of all people.
We believe and teach that the Bible is God's Word, verbally inspired, without error, and the source of absolute truth.
St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church operates and supports St. Paul's Lutheran School to serve as a tool to assist parents in their God-given obligation to bring up their children in the "training and instruction of the Lord." The school also serves as a mission arm to unchurched families and for those seeking instruction in the Word of God as believed and taught by St.
Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church. St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Paul Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
92 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
65%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
We are an Ed Choice School. Applications for Ed Choice Scholarships are available.
School Notes
- St. Paul's Lutheran School offers a Bible-based, Christ-centered education that reveals the way of salvation in Jesus Christ, provides a quality academic education at the elementary level from a Christian perspective and seeks to make disciples of all people. We believe and teach that the Bible is God's Word, verbally inspired, without error, and the source of absolute truth. St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church operates and supports St. Paul's Lutheran School to serve as a tool to assist parents in their God-given obligation to bring up their children in the "training and instruction of the Lord." The school also serves as a mission arm to unchurched families and for those seeking instruction in the Word of God as believed and taught by St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church. St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Paul Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Paul Lutheran School located?
St. Paul Lutheran School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 4 other private schools located in South Columbus.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Paul Lutheran School is Akili Christian High School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Mary School (0.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Grades: PK-8 | 367 students 0.6 miles 700 S. Third Street
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 444-8994
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 444-8994
0.6
PK-8
367
Akili Christian High School
(Christian)
Grades: 9-10 | 32 students 1.1 miles 303 S Grant Ave
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 745-2732
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 745-2732
1.1
9-10
32
Cristo Rey Columbus High School
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
Grades: 9-12 | 440 students 1.3 miles 400 E Town St
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 223-9261
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 223-9261
1.3
9-12
440
Grades: PK-5 | 73 students 1.9 miles 1490 E Main St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 358-3206
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 358-3206
1.9
PK-5
73
Grades: NS-5 | 69 students 2.4 miles 72 Woodland Avenue
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 258-4449
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 258-4449
2.4
NS-5
69
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