For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 212 students in 56501, MN (there are 14 public schools, serving 2,728 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in 56501, MN are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
100% of private schools in 56501, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Other Lutheran).
Private Schools in 56501, MN (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
404 Richwood Road
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 846-9764
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 846-9764
Gr: K-7 | 13 students Tuition listed
Faith Christian School
(Other Lutheran)
24688 County Highway 6
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-7375
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-7375
Gr: PK-10 | 54 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 56501, MN?
3 private schools are located in 56501, MN.
What percentage of students in 56501 go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in 56501 are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 56501?
100% of private schools in 56501 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Other Lutheran).
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