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Best Minnesota Private Elementary Schools Belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 private elementary schools belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) serving 1,527 students in Minnesota. You can also find more schools membership associations in Minnesota.
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) in Minnesota include Fourth Baptist Christian School, Granite City Baptist Academy, and First Baptist School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is lower than the Minnesota private elementary school average acceptance rate of 88%.
100% of private elementary schools belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) in Minnesota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 12

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 12

Top Ranked Private Elementary Schools Belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) in Minnesota (2026-27)

Map of First Baptist School
First Baptist School
Gr: PK-12 | 279 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 3
Baptist
14400 Diamond Path West
Rosemount, MN 55068
(651) 423-2272
(1)
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Fourth Baptist Christian School Photo
Fourth Baptist Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 334 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 4
Baptist
900 Forestview Lane North
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 417-8240
(4)
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Granite City Baptist Academy Photo
Granite City Baptist Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 28 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 6
Baptist
1425 County Road 134
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 251-2801
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Chisago Christian School Photo
Chisago Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 153 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 3
Baptist
9387 Wyoming Trl
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 257-4587
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Map of F.h.l. Academy
F.h.l. Academy
Gr: PK-9 | 85 students
Christian
18633 350 Ave
Bagley, MN 56621
(218) 694-2048
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Map of Foothills Christian Academy
Foothills Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 40 students
Christian
210 First Ave E
Backus, MN 56435
(218) 947-3206
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Map of Foundation Christian School
Foundation Christian School
Gr: K-7 | 11 students
Christian
95 Hodgins Ave
Taconite, MN 55786
(218) 360-8000
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Map of New Ulm Christian School
New Ulm Christian School
Gr: 5-11 | 2 students
Baptist
315 S Payne St
New Ulm, MN 56073
(507) 354-3323
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Map of Owatonna Christian School
Owatonna Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 113 students
Baptist
265 26th St Ne
Owatonna, MN 55060
(507) 451-3495
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Map of Prior Lake Christian Academy
Prior Lake Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 104 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 3
Baptist
5690 Credit River Rd Se
Prior Lake, MN 55372
(952) 447-7527
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Map of St. Francis Christian School
St. Francis Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students
Baptist
22940 Saint Francis Blvd Nw
Saint Francis, MN 55070
(763) 753-1230
(4)
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Woodcrest Baptist Academy Photo
Woodcrest Baptist Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 215 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 1
Baptist
6875 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55432
(763) 571-6410
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) in Minnesota?
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) in Minnesota include Fourth Baptist Christian School, Granite City Baptist Academy, and First Baptist School.
How many private elementary schools belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) are located in Minnesota?
12 private elementary schools belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) are located in Minnesota.
How diverse are private elementary schools belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) in Minnesota?
Minnesota private elementary schools belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) are approximately 20% minority students, which is lower than the Minnesota private school average of 21%.
What percentage of private elementary schools belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) are religiously affiliated in Minnesota?
100% of private elementary schools belonging to American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) in Minnesota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).
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Private Schools
1,527
Students
$5,083
Avg. Tuition
20%
Students of Color
12:1
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