Welcome to Lourdes High School! Serving students in grades 9-12, our school is part of the unified school system, Rochester Catholic Schools (RCS).
Our Catholic high school pursues excellence in our curriculum, invites students to discover community in activities and strengthen their character through faith.
At Lourdes, we prepare students for success in a 21st-century global society with SMART Classrooms, 3D Printing Lab, CAD Engineering Lab, Science Labs, Student Success Center, advanced college credit options, media center, performance auditorium and more.
Rooted in Franciscan spirituality and proud of our traditions, culture and diversity, we welcome students of all faith affiliations. Go Eagles!.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MN School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,750
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lourdes High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1877
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
333 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
10 courses
List of Courses Offered
AP/Advanced Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus
AP English LanguageAP English Literature
AP Human GeographyAP Music Theory
AP PsychologyAP Spanish
AP Studio ArtAP US History
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,750
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Monica Steinmetz
Admissions Associate
Karina Rowles
Sports
Total Sports Offered
21 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lourdes High School cost?
Lourdes High School's tuition is approximately $10,750 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lourdes High School?
The acceptance rate of Lourdes High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
What sports does Lourdes High School offer?
Lourdes High School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Diving, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Lourdes High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for most sports offered.
What is Lourdes High School's ranking?
Lourdes High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Lourdes High School?
The application deadline for Lourdes High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Lourdes High School is Rochester Montessori School (2.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Pius X School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Rochester Knowledge Beginnings (1.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rochester Knowledge Beginnings ![Rochester Knowledge Beginnings Photo - Lobby]( "Rochester Knowledge Beginnings Photo - Lobby")
Daycare / Preschool
2801 Superior Dr. NW
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-5006
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-5006
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
St. Pius X School
(Catholic)
1205 12th Ave NW
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 282-5161
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 282-5161
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 181 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Primrose School Of Rochester
Daycare / Preschool
2600 2nd St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 424-2660
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 424-2660
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 44 students
2619 9th Ave Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-3267
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-3267
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 416 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Rochester Adventist Elementary School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1100 37th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-2589
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-2589
1.7 miles
Gr: K-3 | 13 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rochester Montessori School
Montessori School
5099 7th Street NW
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 288-8725
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 288-8725
2.4 miles
Gr: NS-9 | 240 students Avg. class size: 24 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
2700 Schaeffer Lane NE
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 286-1050
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 286-1050
4.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 292 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Rochester Pentecostal School
(Pentecostal)
3657 Sheffield Ln Se
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 288-4342
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 288-4342
5.2 miles
Gr: 1-10 | 7 students
Hope Farm School
All-boys (Christian)
W11086 Foster Rd
Stockholm, WI 54769
(715) 651-4828
Stockholm, WI 54769
(715) 651-4828
35 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 13 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Pius X School
(Catholic)
1205 12th Ave NW
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 282-5161
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 282-5161
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 181 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2619 9th Ave Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-3267
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-3267
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 416 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Rochester Adventist Elementary School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1100 37th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-2589
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-2589
1.7 miles
Gr: K-3 | 13 students
4520 19th Ave NW
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 282-8280
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 282-8280
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 171 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
424 W Center St
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 282-5248
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 282-5248
2.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 195 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rochester Knowledge Beginnings ![Rochester Knowledge Beginnings Photo - Lobby]( "Rochester Knowledge Beginnings Photo - Lobby")
Daycare / Preschool
2801 Superior Dr. NW
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-5006
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-5006
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
St. Pius X School
(Catholic)
1205 12th Ave NW
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 282-5161
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 282-5161
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 181 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Primrose School Of Rochester
Daycare / Preschool
2600 2nd St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 424-2660
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 424-2660
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 44 students
2619 9th Ave Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-3267
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 289-3267
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 416 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
14th Street KinderCare ![14th Street KinderCare Photo - 14th Street KinderCare]( "14th Street KinderCare Photo - 14th Street KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
402 14th St. North West
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 282-5676
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 282-5676
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rosa Parks Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2450 Marion Road Se
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 282-3325
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 282-3325
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12
Sunset Terrace Elementary School
(Reading: 46%)
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46% )
Rank:
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46% )
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1707 19th Ave Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3770
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3770
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Minority enrollment: 58%
Elton Hills Elementary School
(Reading: 40-44%)
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1421 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3200
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3200
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Minority enrollment: 49%
John Marshall High School
(Reading: 48%)
(Math: 30% | Reading: 48% )
Rank:
(Math: 30% | Reading: 48% )
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1510 14th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-5400
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-5400
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,549 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Bishop Elementary School
(Reading: 54%)
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54% )
Rank:
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54% )
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
406 36th Ave Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3100
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3100
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Minority enrollment: 48%
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