Ave Maria Academy (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 217 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,990
Acceptance rate: 97%
Average class size: 19 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

State or regional independent school association
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Ave Maria Academy
Pre-K	53
Kind	23
1	20
2	19
3	20
4	18
5	13
6	12
7	22
8	17

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Year Founded

1997

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

217 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 23%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

38%

Average Class Size

19 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,990

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Tuition Notes

Less for Pre-K & Kindergarten students

% on Financial Aid

28%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,500

Acceptance Rate

97%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Erin Murphy

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubEngineering for Kids

Virtue Club

Arts and Music Programs:

BandDrama

KidzArt

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Beyond Hoops 1st - 4th grade basketball programSoccer Shots

School Notes

Open since 1997, Ave Maria Academy teaches Preschool, beginning with 3 year olds through the 8th grade. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, Ave Maria Academy forms young minds, hearts, and souls through a commitment to clear thinking, academic achievement, character formation, prayer, and service.
In an encouraging and safe environment transformed by faith, reason, and virtue, each child`s unique and God-given talents are nurtured through mastery of a rigorous curriculum and active participation in the Catholic faith.

Development of Academics, including a thorough command of primary subjects, a positive initiation to a second language, and a strong foundation in computers, music, art and phisical education.
Development of Spirit, extending an invitation to virtue in the development of a personal relationship with Christ and the knowledge of the Catholic faith.
Enrichment of character, encouraging students to become trustworthy, helpful, friendly, courageous, perservering, and pure.
Commitment to service, building appreciation and respect for others through class projects and community involvement.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Ave Maria Academy cost?

Ave Maria Academy's tuition is approximately $8,990 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Ave Maria Academy?

The acceptance rate of Ave Maria Academy is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

What sports does Ave Maria Academy offer?

Ave Maria Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Ave Maria Academy?

The application deadline for Ave Maria Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 9/8/2021

My daughter is a new student this year. What a positive and energizing environment! From the administrative staff to educators, to students, just genuine warmth that has exceeded my expectations. We are looking forward to this academic year!

- Posted by Parent - New student mom

5 1/5/2019

Ave Maria is an exceptional school. The staff is dedicated to getting the best education for each and every student. Family involvement is an integral part of the Ave Maria experience.

- Posted by Parent - minnemuskie

5 2/14/2013

Excellent academics. Very pleased with the way my child progressed through this school.

- Posted by Parent - pgoun

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The average private school tuition in Hennepin County, MN is $11,704 for elementary schools and $17,507 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Hennepin County, MN is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).