St. Timothys Parish School Photo - At St. Timothy's, Our Catholic faith is the center of who we are and all we do. Our focus is providing a nurturing environment where we can meet the individual needs of all our students both academically & spiritually. With small class sizes and dedicated teachers we provide a rigorous academic program where all students can reach their highest potential.

Best Minnesota Blue Ribbon Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 blue ribbon private elementary schools serving 1,225 students in Minnesota.
The top ranked blue ribbon private elementary schools in Minnesota include Holy Name Of Jesus School, Our Lady Of Grace School, and Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Minnesota private elementary school average acceptance rate of 87%.
100% of blue ribbon private elementary schools in Minnesota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Top Ranked Minnesota Blue Ribbon Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Holy Name Of Jesus School
Holy Name Of Jesus School Photo
(Catholic)
155 County Road 24
Wayzata, MN 55391
(763) 473-3675
Gr: NS-6 | 454 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 10 Blue Ribbon year: 2008 Tuition listed
Our Lady Of Grace School
Our Lady Of Grace School Photo
(Catholic)
5071 Eden Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55436
(952) 929-5463
Gr: NS-8 Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 15 Blue Ribbon year: 2001, 2009, 2019 Tuition listed
Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School
Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School Photo - Established and Excelling
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2950 Highway 55
Eagan, MN 55121
(651) 454-1139
Gr: PK-8 | 156 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Blue Ribbon year: 2006 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
592 Arlington Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 489-1459
Gr: PK-8 | 174 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
St. John The Baptist Catholic Montessori School
St. John The Baptist Catholic Montessori School Photo - Learning geometry
Montessori School (Catholic)
(9)
638 Mill St
Excelsior, MN 55331
(952) 474-5812
Gr: PK-7 | 113 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
St. Timothys Parish School
St. Timothys Parish School Photo - At St. Timothy's, Our Catholic faith is the center of who we are and all we do. Our focus is providing a nurturing environment where we can meet the individual needs of all our students both academically & spiritually. With small class sizes and dedicated teachers we provide a rigorous academic program where all students can reach their highest potential.
(Catholic)
215 Division St. E
Maple Lake, MN 55358
(320) 963-3417
Gr: PK-8 | 162 students Avg. class size: 12 students Blue Ribbon year: 2021 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Trinity School at River Ridge
Trinity School at River Ridge Photo
(Christian)
(19)
601 River Ridge Parkway
Eagan, MN 55121
(651) 789-2894
Gr: 6-12 | 166 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 11 Blue Ribbon year: 1996, 2008, 2019 Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private elementary schools in Minnesota?
The top ranked blue ribbon private elementary schools in Minnesota include Holy Name Of Jesus School, Our Lady Of Grace School, and Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School.
How many blue ribbon private elementary schools are located in Minnesota?
7 blue ribbon private elementary schools are located in Minnesota.
How diverse are blue ribbon private elementary schools in Minnesota?
Minnesota blue ribbon private elementary schools are approximately 11% minority students, which is lower than the Minnesota private school average of 21%.
What percentage of blue ribbon private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Minnesota?
100% of blue ribbon private elementary schools in Minnesota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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