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Minnesota Catholic Private Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 170 catholic private elementary schools serving 39,576 students in Minnesota. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in Minnesota.

The catholic private elementary schools in Minnesota include Annunciation Catholic School, Ascension Catholic School, and Providence Academy.

The average tuition cost is $6,219, which is lower than the Minnesota private elementary school average tuition cost of $8,411.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 170
# Students Served: 39,576

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 170
# Students Served: 39,576

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked catholic private elementary schools in Minnesota?

The catholic private elementary schools in Minnesota include Annunciation Catholic School, Ascension Catholic School, and Providence Academy.

How many catholic private elementary schools are located in Minnesota?

170 catholic private elementary schools are located in Minnesota.

How much do catholic private elementary schools cost in Minnesota?

The average tuition cost is $6,219, which is lower than the Minnesota private school average tuition cost of $8,411.

How diverse are catholic private elementary schools in Minnesota?

Minnesota catholic private elementary schools are approximately 16% minority students, which is lower than the Minnesota private school average of 20%.

Minnesota Catholic Private Elementary Schools Trends

170

Private Schools

39,576

Students

$6,219

Avg. Tuition

16%

Students of Color

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

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