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Best 56031 Minnesota Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 335 students in 56031, MN (there are 6 public schools, serving 1,940 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in 56031, MN are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 56031, MN is St. Paul Lutheran School.
100% of private schools in 56031, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 56031 Minnesota Private Schools (2026)

St. Paul Lutheran School Photo
St. Paul Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 122 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
201 Oxford Street
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-9492
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Map of Fairmont Christian School
Fairmont Christian School
Gr: PK-3 | 54 students
Christian
1125 S State St
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 235-5513
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Map of St. James Lutheran School
St. James Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 62 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
108 S James St
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 436-5547
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Map of St. John Vianney School
St. John Vianney School
Gr: K-6 | 97 students
Catholic
911 S Prairie Ave
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 235-5304
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 56031, MN?
The top ranked private schools in 56031, MN is St. Paul Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 56031?
4 private schools are located in 56031.
What percentage of students in 56031 go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in 56031 are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 56031?
100% of private schools in 56031 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Catholic).

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