Highland Catholic School
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 Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,000
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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 Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
483 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
school uniform
school uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost reflect active parishioner status.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$800
Admissions Director
Kathy Eldredge
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Highland Catholic School cost?
Highland Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.
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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