Chapel Hill Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

Chapel Hill Academy is located in Chanhassen, Minnesota, and offers biblical worldview Christian education emphasizing a purposeful discipleship model that involves collaboration with the Christian home and church.
CHA was founded in 1970 and offers grades Junior Kindergarten through 8th grade.
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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 475 students
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Chapel Hill Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Association of Christian Teachers and Schools (ACTS)
National Council for Private School Accreditation

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Chapel Hill Academy
Nursery	20
Pre-K	38
Kind	60
1	53
2	49
3	45
4	50
5	38
6	49
7	38
8	35

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1970

Student Body

Total Students

475 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 23%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

40 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

55%

Average Class Size

22 students

List of Courses Offered

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniforms with logo plus Khaki, Navy or Gray pants/shorts

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by grade level from $3,600-$11,958. Financial aid is available.

% on Financial Aid

35%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,500

Admissions Director

Stacy Aunan

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Nordic SkiingSoccer

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

BandJunior High Worship Team

Musical Instrument Lessons

School Notes

School Motto: Passion for Christ. Education for Life.
School Mascot: Max The Cougar

Our Mission
To glorify God and assist families by providing a Christ-centered education which inspires andenables students to pursue spiritual maturity and academic excellence.

Vision
Relying on God's strength and provision, Chapel Hill Academy seeks to nurture Christ-like attitudes, provide excellence, and promote a Christ-centered environment.

School Profile

Jr. Kindergarten through Grade 8
Support Services
Full-time Nurse on site
ACTS Accredited
NCPSA Accredited
Cognia Accredited
Weekly Chapel Services
Community Service Projects
Supporting Missions
Annual Spiritual Life theme

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Chapel Hill Academy offer?

Chapel Hill Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Chapel Hill Academy's ranking?

Chapel Hill Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Chapel Hill Academy?

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

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The average private school tuition in Carver County, MN is $4,695 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Carver County, MN is 98% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).