St. Paul's Lutheran School is the oldest, continuously operated school in the state of Indiana, public or parochial.
Established in 1837, it has been blessed with a great faculty, staff, and a congregation that willingly supports our Christ-centered, quality education.
The school has kindergarten through eighth grade classes. Our kindergarten program is an all day class.
St. Paul's Lutheran School exists to educate each child in a Christ-Centered environment for a life of service to God and man.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Paul's Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1837
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
171 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: St. Paul鈥檚 Lutheran School exists to educate each child in a Christ-centered environment for a life of service to God and man.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Paul's Lutheran School cost?
St. Paul's Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $8,500 for private students.
What sports does St. Paul's Lutheran School offer?
St. Paul's Lutheran School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is St. Paul's Lutheran School's ranking?
St. Paul's Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul's Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Paul's Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to St. Paul's Lutheran School is Crossroad Academy (2.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Emmanuel - St Michael Lutheran School (0.8 miles away)
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1123 Union Street
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(260) 422-6712
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 422-6712
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(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
5401 S Calhoun St
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
(260) 744-0459
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
(260) 744-0459
2.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 164 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(260) 459-7722
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
(260) 459-7722
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