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Hillcrest is a Preschool-12th grade school that employs the Classical Model of education within a Christian context. Our approach to Classical Christian education uses students` God-given strengths at each stage of growth to guide learning. Our goal is to equip students with tools for lifetime learning!
Hillcrest students score high on standardized tests and have many opportunities to participate in our nationally recognized STEAM program.Students repeatedly express their satisfaction and ongoing growth.
They receive mentorship support and ongoing encouragement from staff who are trained to engage and support students spiritually and academically. As you pursue the best educational environment for your school aged student, please explore our website and know our admissions office is happy to speak to you and your family.
We have people ready to provide you with even more information who can help you in this vital decision.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 306 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $35,128
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1916
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
306 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Hillcrest Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
3 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP American HistoryAP Art Studio
AP Calculas ABAP English Composition
AP English LanguageAP English Literature
AP European HIstory
Average SAT score
1210
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition costs for Preschool-12th grade can be found on the Hillcrest website.
% on Financial Aid
75%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Mikayla Genereux
Application URL
Endowment Size
$2 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Baking ClubBook Club
Chess ClubEvangelism Club
Hiking ClubKnitting Club


Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Art PortfolioBackyard Worship Praise Team
Competitive Jazz ChoirConcert Band
Concert ChoirFundamentals in Drawing
Jazz BandPottery
Traveling Concert ChoirWorship Arts Praise Team

School Notes

  • We are growing and excited to announce that we are one of the only Classical Christian School in the tri-state area. We specialize in training students to think and reason from a Biblical and classical perspective. Hillcrest students score high on standardized tests and have many opportunities to participate in our nationally recognized STEAM program.Students repeatedly express their satisfaction and ongoing growth. They receive mentorship support and ongoing encouragement from staff who are trained to engage and support students spiritually and academically.As you pursue the best educational environment for your school aged student, please explore our website and know our admissions office is happy to speak to you and your family. We have people ready to provide you with even more information who can help you in this vital decision.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Hillcrest Academy cost?
Hillcrest Academy's tuition is approximately $35,128 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Hillcrest Academy?
The acceptance rate of Hillcrest Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Hillcrest Academy offer?
Hillcrest Academy offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Hillcrest Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for most sports offered.
What is Hillcrest Academy's ranking?
Hillcrest Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Hillcrest Academy?
The application deadline for Hillcrest Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 306 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $35,128
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Minnesota is $8,836 for elementary schools and $14,663 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Minnesota is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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