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Most Selective Private Schools in Minnesota

Name: Minnesota Average Acceptance Rate Trends (All Private Schools)
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The average private school acceptance rate in Minnesota is 91% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Minnesota is Lake Country School, with an acceptance rate of 33%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# MN Schools Ranked: 132
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 33%–80%
MN School Avg.: 91%
National School Avg.: 88%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# MN Schools Ranked: 132
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 33%–80%
MN School Avg.: 91%
National School Avg.: 88%

Minnesota Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Total Growth: (-5.5%) (-5% since 2016)

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Year	National avg	Minnesota (MN) avg
2025	81%	86% (▼ 5 pp)
2024	85%	91% (— 0 pp)
2023	85%	91% (▼ 1 pp)
2022	85%	92% (— 0 pp)
2021	85%	92% (▲ 1 pp)
2020	85%	91% (▲ 1 pp)
2019	85%	90% (▼ 2 pp)
2018	85%	92% (— 0 pp)
2017	85%	92% (▲ 1 pp)
2016	85%	91% (▲ 1 pp)
2015	85%	90%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — Minnesota (acceptance rate range: 33%–80%, avg 91%)

Acceptance Rate Range: 33% 90% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Minnesota average private schools acceptance rate?

The Minnesota average private schools acceptance rate is 91% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private schools in Minnesota?

The top ranked private schools in Minnesota include Lake Country School, Breck School and Groves Academy.

What is the most selective high school and elementary school in Minnesota?

The most selective private high school in Minnesota is Breck School, with an acceptance rate of 50%. The most selective private elementary school is Lake Country School, with an acceptance rate of 33%.

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