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Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School

Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School uses God's Word in a Christ-centered education to assist families in training students for Christian lives on earth and for eternity.
MVL's philosophy of education and its practice and policies are based upon the Holy Scriptures as the inerrant Word of God and centers in Jesus Christ to whom all the Scriptures bear witness.
In this Christian setting young people are encouraged by the power and grace of God's Word to submit in grateful obedience to Christ Jesus as Savior and to grow in a life of joyful service to Jesus as Lord.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 222 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,200
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1979
Colors
Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
222 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
7 courses
AP/Advanced Courses
Calculus APEnglish Literature & Foundations
Studio Art
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Contact the principal for information regarding tuition costs.
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Tim Plath
Application URL

Sports

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School cost?
Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School's tuition is approximately $10,200 for private students.
What schools are Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School often compared to?
Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Mary's Catholic School PreK-12 by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School?
The acceptance rate of Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 87%.
What sports does Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School offer?
Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School?
The application deadline for Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 222 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,200
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Minnesota is $8,823 for elementary schools and $14,664 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Minnesota is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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