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Best 56308 Minnesota Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 536 students in 56308, MN (there are 9 public schools, serving 3,824 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in 56308, MN are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 56308, MN include St. Marys School and Zion Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Minnesota private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
100% of private schools in 56308, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 56308 Minnesota Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. Marys School
St. Marys School
Gr: K-6 | 236 students
Catholic
421 Hawthorne St
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-5861
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Map of Zion Lutheran School
Zion Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 224 students
Sports: 4
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
300 Lake St
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-4842
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Map of New Testament Christian School
New Testament Christian School
Gr: K-12 | 76 students
Christian
2505 State Highway 29 N
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-4050
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56308, Minnesota Private Schools (Closed)

Map of St. Agnes Elementary School
St. Agnes Elementary School
Gr: K-6 | 53 students
Catholic
307 4th Ave West
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 859-2130
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 56308, MN?
The top ranked private schools in 56308, MN include St. Marys School and Zion Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 56308?
3 private schools are located in 56308.
What percentage of students in 56308 go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in 56308 are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 56308?
100% of private schools in 56308 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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