The Blake School/Upper School
School Notes Overview:
Founded in 1900, The Blake School is an independent, coeducational day school (pre-K-12) with campuses in Minneapolis, Hopkins and Wayzata. Blake provides a strong liberal arts education with a challenging curriculum that integrates academics, arts and athletics. Over 1,380 students attend Blake, coming from more than 56 Twin Cities' communities. Tuition: $13,000 - $21,600. Financial Aid: over $3.5 million awarded, need-based only....
School Overview:
The Blake School/Upper School |
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| School Membership(s) |
National Association of Independent Schools Independent Schools Association of the Central States |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | |
| Learning Differences Supported | Mild Learning Differences | |
| Year Founded | 1900 | |
| County | Hennepin County, MN | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 1386 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(MN) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 20% | 13% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 64 students | ||
| Kind - 79 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 84 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 74 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 80 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 71 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 83 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 102 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 107 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 126 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 133 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 123 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 134 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 126 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 205 teachers | |
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 80% | |
| Average Class Size | 16 | |
| Number of AP Courses | 14 | |
| Average SAT score | 1940 | |
| Average ACT score | 28 | |
This School |
(MN) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:9 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 175 days | 175 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 31 | |
| Tuition Notes | Varies by grade. Need-based financial aid available. See web site for tuition. | |
| % on Financial Aid | 18% | |
| Acceptance Rate | 54% | |
| Head of School | John C. Gulla | |
| Admissions Director | Adaline Shinkle | |
| Admissions Associate | Bryan Fleming | |
School Notes:
- More than 100 years of educational excellence distinguishes The Blake School—a pre-kindergarten through grade 12, co-educational, non-sectarian, college-prep independent school, renowned nationally for its students' success as well as the outstanding quality of its faculty, curriculum and facilities.
- Profile last updated: 09/30/2009
In the News:
- Blake girls start out 5-0 (St. Louis Park Sun-Sailor)
posted on September 24, 2009 at 06:25:45 am
With only two seniors on the roster the Blake School girls soccer team has started the 2009 season with a 5-0 record. Coach Paul Menge said, "We've been fortunate. The girls came back with the skills we expected ... and more. - Blake girls start out 5-0 (Minnetonka Sun-Sailor)
posted on September 21, 2009 at 06:26:02 am
With only two seniors on the roster the Blake School girls soccer team has started the 2009 season with a 5-0 record. Coach Paul Menge said, "We've been fortunate. The girls came back with the skills we expected ... and more. - UP CLOSE | Admissions: How low can Yale go? (Yale Daily News)
posted on September 17, 2009 at 08:42:45 am
Yale’s acceptance rate has been falling for many reasons — from the rising number of college applicants nationwide to Yale’s decision to begin accepting the Common Application seven years ago — and is unlikely to rise anytime soon, college counselors and experts said in interviews. - Blake girls start out 5-0 (Wayzata Sun-Sailor)
posted on September 17, 2009 at 05:27:21 am
With only two seniors on the roster the Blake School girls soccer team has started the 2009 season with a 5-0 record. Coach Paul Menge said, "We've been fortunate. The girls came back with the skills we expected ... and more. - Sailor Stars of the Week (Minnetonka Sun-Sailor)
posted on September 16, 2009 at 06:31:04 am
The St. Louis Park High boys soccer captain netted the winning goal during a 2-1 victory over Maple Grove Tuesday, Sept. 1, at Maple Grove High School. Dirshe is one of two returning starters for the Oriole boys team.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (55403) | School Zip (55403) |
(MN) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 14,873 people | 4,915,288 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 58% | 25% |
| Population Average Age | 34 years old | 35 years old |
| Average Household size | 1.4 persons | 2.5 persons |
| Median Household Income | $30,702 | $49,130 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 2.8 rooms | 5.7 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 56 years old | 43 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 18% / 82% | 70% / 30% |
School Map:
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- Loring Nicollet Alternative School - 100 students - 0.9 mi. away - view location
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