Fairmont Christian School in Fairmont, MN, serves 54 students from pre–kindergarten through 3rd grade in a Christian, co–ed program within a town community setting.
The school employs 3 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 18:1.
Approximately 5% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some racial diversity in the local population.
Fairmont Christian School is one of several private elementary options in Fairmont, including nearby St.
John Vianney School and St. Paul Lutheran School, which offer wider grade spans and lower student–teacher ratios.
The school's program focuses on early elementary grades with enrollment suitable for families seeking a small–town Christian private school option.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Student Body
Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Fairmont Christian School?
The application deadline for Fairmont Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Fairmont Christian School is Martin Luther JR/SR High School (6.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. John Vianney School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Paul Lutheran School (0.7 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. John Vianney School
(Catholic)
911 S Prairie Ave
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 235-5304
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 235-5304
0.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 97 students Tuition listed
St. Paul Lutheran School ![St. Paul Lutheran School Photo - Jubilate Choir singing at the VFW Veterans' Rememberance Day on Sept. 11th.]( "St. Paul Lutheran School Photo - Jubilate Choir singing at the VFW Veterans' Rememberance Day on Sept. 11th.")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
201 Oxford Street
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-9492
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-9492
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 122 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
St. James Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
108 S James St
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 436-5547
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 436-5547
6.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 62 students
Martin Luther JR/SR High School ![Martin Luther JR/SR High School Photo - Understanding God's Word]( "Martin Luther JR/SR High School Photo - Understanding God's Word")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
315 Martin Luther Drive PO Box 228
Northrop, MN 56075
(507) 436-5249
Northrop, MN 56075
(507) 436-5249
6.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 69 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
St. Paul Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
114 E 4th St N
Truman, MN 56088
(507) 776-6541
Truman, MN 56088
(507) 776-6541
13.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 54 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Martin Luther JR/SR High School ![Martin Luther JR/SR High School Photo - Understanding God's Word]( "Martin Luther JR/SR High School Photo - Understanding God's Word")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
315 Martin Luther Drive PO Box 228
Northrop, MN 56075
(507) 436-5249
Northrop, MN 56075
(507) 436-5249
6.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 69 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
620 1st Ave SW
Winnebago, MN 56098
(507) 893-3600
Winnebago, MN 56098
(507) 893-3600
16 miles
Gr: PK-12 Sports: 4
Elmendorf Christian School
(Christian)
42668 600th Avenue
Mountain Lake, MN 56159
(507) 427-3041
Mountain Lake, MN 56159
(507) 427-3041
26.4 miles
Gr: K-11 | 55 students
Neuhof School
(Brethren)
40394 570th Ave
Mountain Lake, MN 56159
(507) 427-2500
Mountain Lake, MN 56159
(507) 427-2500
30.1 miles
Gr: K-11 | 15 students
710 11th St N
Mountain Lake, MN 56159
(507) 427-2010
Mountain Lake, MN 56159
(507) 427-2010
34.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 108 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. John Vianney School
(Catholic)
911 S Prairie Ave
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 235-5304
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 235-5304
0.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 97 students Tuition listed
St. Paul Lutheran School ![St. Paul Lutheran School Photo - Jubilate Choir singing at the VFW Veterans' Rememberance Day on Sept. 11th.]( "St. Paul Lutheran School Photo - Jubilate Choir singing at the VFW Veterans' Rememberance Day on Sept. 11th.")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
201 Oxford Street
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-9492
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-9492
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 122 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
St. James Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
108 S James St
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 436-5547
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 436-5547
6.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 62 students
Martin Luther JR/SR High School ![Martin Luther JR/SR High School Photo - Understanding God's Word]( "Martin Luther JR/SR High School Photo - Understanding God's Word")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
315 Martin Luther Drive PO Box 228
Northrop, MN 56075
(507) 436-5249
Northrop, MN 56075
(507) 436-5249
6.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 69 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
St. Paul Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
114 E 4th St N
Truman, MN 56088
(507) 776-6541
Truman, MN 56088
(507) 776-6541
13.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 54 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Paul Lutheran School ![St. Paul Lutheran School Photo - Jubilate Choir singing at the VFW Veterans' Rememberance Day on Sept. 11th.]( "St. Paul Lutheran School Photo - Jubilate Choir singing at the VFW Veterans' Rememberance Day on Sept. 11th.")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
201 Oxford Street
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-9492
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-9492
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 122 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
St. James Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
108 S James St
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 436-5547
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 436-5547
6.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 62 students
St. Paul Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
114 E 4th St N
Truman, MN 56088
(507) 776-6541
Truman, MN 56088
(507) 776-6541
13.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 54 students Tuition listed
620 1st Ave SW
Winnebago, MN 56098
(507) 893-3600
Winnebago, MN 56098
(507) 893-3600
16 miles
Gr: PK-12 Sports: 4
Little Mustangs Learning Center
Alternative School
525 6th St
Armstrong, IA 50514
(712) 868-3548
Armstrong, IA 50514
(712) 868-3548
17.1 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 13 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Fairmont Jr./sr. High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
900 Johnson St
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-4411
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-4411
0.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 839 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Fairmont Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
714 Victoria Street Ste 101
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-4487
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-4487
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 1,007 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Southern Plains Area Learning Cntr.
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 North Park Street
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
1.6 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 47 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Southern Plains Education Coop.
Special Education School
1200 North Park Street
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 19 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Granada Huntley East Chain High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 Reynolds St
Granada, MN 56039
(507) 447-2211
Granada, MN 56039
(507) 447-2211
6.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 98 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
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