Academy of Holy Angels is a Catholic, college preparatory, coeducational high school in Richfield, Minnesota serving students in grades 9 through 12.
We welcome a diverse student body from 110 schools across the Twin Cities.
Our small class sizes offer students big opportunities in education, faith, athletics, activities, and community.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked MN School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Yearly Tuition: $16,995
- Acceptance rate: 31%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 6 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Academy Of Holy Angels ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Learning differences are supported through our Learning Center
Year Founded
1877
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1998
Student Body
Total Students
623 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
83%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
19 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP English-CompositionAP English-Language
AP English-LiteratureAP Government
AP PhysicsAP Physics II
AP PsychologyAP Statistics
AP US History
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 6 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,995
Tuition Notes
Academy of Holy Angels partners with families to make our transformative education affordable. Serving families of all socio-economic backgrounds has always been a core value of AHA. Thanks to our generous donors, we are able to provide need-based scholarships to over 50% of our students. AHA has many tools to meet the varied tuition needs of families. We provide need-based work study grants, St. Joseph merit scholarships, and over 50 named scholarships. We also offer a financial aid appeal process for families who have special circumstances or who have experienced changes to their financial situations.
% on Financial Aid
50%
Acceptance Rate
31%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Admissions Director
Admissions Associate
Joe Berg
Application URL
Endowment Size
$3 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
23 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
35 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Campus Ministry TeamDance Club
Diversity ClubDrone Racing
Finance ClubFive Stand Shooting
Gamers ClubGirl Up Club
Knowledge BowlMath Team
National Honor SocietyNewspaper Club
Prayer ClubRespect Life Club
Science BowlSkeet Shooting
Social Justice ClubSpeech
Sporting ClaysStrength and Conditioning
Student GovernmentSustainability Club
Table TennisTrap Shooting
Yarn Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Academy SingersConcert Band
Concert ChoirDrumline
Jazz BandLiturgy Squad
One Act PlayPraise Group
Theater Production
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stars
- We encourage families to schedule their campus visit today!
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Cormac Huyen, Fulbright Scholar -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Academy Of Holy Angels cost?
Academy Of Holy Angels's tuition is approximately $16,995 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Academy Of Holy Angels?
The acceptance rate of Academy Of Holy Angels is 31%, which is lower than the national average of 86%. Academy Of Holy Angels's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Minnesota with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Academy Of Holy Angels?
Academy Of Holy Angels famous alumni include: Cormac Huyen, Fulbright Scholar.
What sports does Academy Of Holy Angels offer?
Academy Of Holy Angels offers 23 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Paddle Tennis, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Academy Of Holy Angels is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for most sports offered.
What is Academy Of Holy Angels's ranking?
Academy Of Holy Angels ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Academy Of Holy Angels?
The application deadline for Academy Of Holy Angels is Jan. 6 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 6 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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