Highland Catholic School serves the children from the Lumen Christi Community and surrounding neighborhood.
As teachers, parents, and parishoners, we form a Christ-centered faith community, fostering a spiritual growth, academic excellence, and commitment to justic in the name of Jesus.
Highland Catholic School is dedicated to: enabling children to grow in their Catholic faith in an environment where the gospel message is taught and lived; encouraging children to be thoughtful, creative, and industrious in purusing knowledge; following a curriculum which includes basic skills and higher level thinking; following a curriculum which includes basic skills and higher level thinking; creating a desire in our student to respond to the needs of others by providing meaningful opportunities to serve the community; ensuring effective education through a partnership between students, parents, and school staff; and providing a peaceful enviornment for children where respect, social justice, and reconciliation are foundational elements.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MN School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,100
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Highland Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Blue, Green, Red
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
442 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost reflects active parishioner discount through Lumen Christi.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Admissions Director
Mary Nyhus
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Battle of the BooksChess Club
Destination ImaginationGirl Scouts
Jr. High Math LeagueMath Masters
Young Rembrandts
Arts and Music Programs:
4th-8th Band ProgramChoir
Piano and Guitar Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Karate Lessons
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Highland Catholic School cost?
Highland Catholic School's tuition is approximately $6,100 for private students.
What schools are Highland Catholic School often compared to?
Highland Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Holy Spirit School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Highland Catholic School offer?
Highland Catholic School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Highland Catholic School's ranking?
Highland Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Highland Catholic School?
The application deadline for Highland Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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