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Best 55416 Minnesota Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private elementary schools serving 1,169 students in 55416, MN.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 55416, MN include Groves Academy, Benilde-St Margaret's School, and Torah Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 77%, which is lower than the Minnesota private elementary school average acceptance rate of 90%.
83% of private elementary schools in 55416, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 1,169
  • Average Tuition: $17,778
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 49%
  • Acceptance Rate: 77%
  • Average Class Size: 17 students
  • % Students of Color: 13%
  • View 55416 Minnesota School Trends

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 1,169
  • Average Tuition: $17,778
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 49%
  • Acceptance Rate: 77%
  • Average Class Size: 17 students
  • % Students of Color: 13%
  • View 55416 Minnesota School Trends

Top Ranked 55416 Minnesota Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

Benilde-St Margaret's School Photo
Benilde-St Margaret's School
Gr: 6-12
Avg. class size: 21 students
Sports: 25 | Extracurriculars: 45
Catholic
2501 Highway 100
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 927-4176
(3)
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Groves Academy Photo
Groves Academy
Gr: 1-12 | 277 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 4
Special Education School
3200 Highway 100 S
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 920-6377
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Map of Torah Academy
Torah Academy
Gr: NS-8 | 313 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Alternative School (Jewish)
2800 Joppa Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 920-6630
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Amos and Celia Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School Photo
Amos and Celia Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School
Gr: K-8 | 171 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
Jewish
4330 Cedar Lake Road S
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 381-3500
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Avail Academy - Edina
Gr: PK-8 | 205 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
4015 Inglewood Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 927-5304
(2)
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Map of Holy Family Academy
Holy Family Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 203 students
Catholic
5925 W Lake Street
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 925-9193
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55416, Minnesota Private Elementary Schools (Closed)

Map of Little Flower Montessori
Little Flower Montessori
Gr: PK-K | 50 students
Montessori School
5224 Minnetonka Blvd
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(763) 559-5843
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Map of Most Holy Trinity Elementary School
Most Holy Trinity Elementary School
Gr: PK-6 | 131 students
Catholic
3946 Wooddale Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 926-2222
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 55416, MN?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 55416, MN include Groves Academy, Benilde-St Margaret's School, and Torah Academy.
How many private elementary schools are located in 55416?
6 private elementary schools are located in 55416.
How diverse are private elementary schools in 55416?
55416 private elementary schools are approximately 13% minority students, which is lower than the Minnesota private school average of 21%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 55416?
83% of private elementary schools in 55416 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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