Breck School

Breck is an Episcopal, coeducational, college-preparatory day school enrolling students of diverse backgrounds in grades preschool through twelve.
Our mission is to prepare students for a college whose culture is compatible with their needs and abilities; to help develop each student's unique talents and potential to excel; and to instill in each student a deep sense of social responsibility.
Breck graduates are prepared for a life of inttellecttual curiosity, self-knowledge, anad social responsibility.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,134 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $20,755
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Breck School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1886
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
1,134 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Breck School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
77%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
18 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Advanced Science Research 1, AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP English Language and Composition, AP European History, AP Literature and Composition, AP Music Theory, AP Physics 1, AP Physics C, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art | 3D Design: The Portfolio, AP Studio Art | Drawing: The Portfolio, AP Studio Art: 2-D Design (Photography), AP United States History, French VI AP French Language and Culture
Average ACT score
31
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms for Grades 1-8

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Division/Grade Tuition/Fees Preschool Half Days $20,755 Preschool Full Days $26,980 Kindergarten 3/2 Program $26,975 Kindergarten Full Days $27,870 Grades 1-4 $30,385 Grades 5-8 $31,535 Grades 9-11 $31,980 Grade 12 $32,120
% on Financial Aid
26%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$22,282
Admissions Director
Scott Wade
Admissions Associate
Carrie Lennox
Endowment Size
$52 million

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School Notes

  • Breck is an Episcopal, coeducational, college-preparatory day school enrolling students of diverse backgrounds in grades preschool through twelve. Breck is located on a 52-acre campus in Golden Valley, Minnesota, just minutes from downtown Minneapolis.We are a community of high-achieving, motivated students and teachers focused on intellectual inquiry, engagement, and bridging education research with classroom practice. We live our Episcopal founding through a commitment to peace and justice, inquiry and reason, and service to the common good.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Breck School cost?
Breck School's tuition is approximately $20,755 for private students.
Does Breck School offer a summer program?
Yes, Breck School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Breck School offer?
Breck School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Breck School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for most sports offered.
What is Breck School's ranking?
When is the application deadline for Breck School?
The application deadline for Breck School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,134 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $20,755
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Minneapolis, MN is $10,233 for elementary schools and $16,699 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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