Our School:
For over a century, St. Paul Academy and Summit School has been guided by the principle of academic excellence. We are a coeducational, non-denominational school in residential St. Paul, formed from the 1969 merger of St. Paul Academy, founded in 1900 for boys, and Summit School, founded in 1917 for girls.
Our Campuses:
Our
Lower School (K–5), on Goodrich Avenue, provides a joyful and respectful academic community where children are excited to learn.
Directions
The Middle School (6–8) and
Upper School (9–12) are located on Randolph Avenue, just two miles from the Lower School. Both offer an engaging and challenging environment where students participate in clubs, athletics, and arts.
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Enrollment:
Overall: 870 students from Kindergarten through 12th grade. Average class size is 15; student/faculty ratio is 8:1.
Lower School (K-5): 275
Middle School (6-8): 240
Upper School (9-12): 355
Student Body Diversity:
The board of trustees recognizes that diversity is an asset that strengthens the ultimate purpose of education by encouraging academic achievement, fostering the essential value of respect, and preparing students to live and work in a global community.
Overall School Diversity: 24%
Lower School (K-5): 31%
Middle School (6-8): 28%
Upper School (9-12): 16%
Costs:
Tuition for 2008–2009 school year (includes lunch and activities fee):
Lower School (K-5): $ 20,620
Middle School (6-8): $ 21,520
Upper School (9-12): $ 22,410
Financial Aid:
SPA awards over $2 million yearly in financial aid to our families. Approximately 16% of our students receive an award. The average grant covers 69% of tuition.
Faculty:
SPA employs a diverse and motivated group of teachers who help students mature, manage their time, and become actively involved in the process of learning. We have a well-trained and experienced faculty: our 102 teachers average 21 years of teaching at SPA and 75% have advanced degrees. Endowed funds for curriculum and faculty development, and a sabbatical program, support ongoing professional enrichment and growth for SPA teachers.