Chesterton Academy

2119 Stillwater Ave E Saint Paul, MN 55119
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 151 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Chesterton Academy in Saint Paul, MN, is a Catholic co–ed private high school serving grades 9 through 12 with an enrollment of 151 students.
  • The school operates in a large city community setting and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with 22 teaching staff.
  • Chesterton Academy has the highest percentage of students of color among private schools statewide, ranking in the top 20% for diversity in Minnesota.
  • Tuition levels are aligned with Saint Paul area averages, where private high school tuition typically approaches $24,192 annually.
  • The school shares its urban location with several other Catholic and private schools offering varying grade spans within a 2–mile radius.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 151 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
151 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 23%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Chesterton Academy?
The application deadline for Chesterton Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Saint Paul, MN is $13,113 for elementary schools and $24,096 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Saint Paul, MN is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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