Minnetonka Christian Academy Photo - Minnetonka Christian Academy

Best Minnetonka Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 553 students in Minnetonka, MN (there are 11 public schools, serving 9,147 public students). 6% of all K-12 students in Minnetonka, MN are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in Minnetonka, MN include Minnetonka Christian Academy and Notre Dame Academy.
75% of private schools in Minnetonka, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).

Top-Ranked Minnetonka Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Minnetonka Christian Academy
Minnetonka Christian Academy Photo - Minnetonka Christian Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
3500 Williston Rd
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 935-4497
Gr: PK-12 | 127 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
Notre Dame Academy
Notre Dame Academy Photo - Our team of dedicated teachers offers a childcentered education that is authentic, relevant, taught with kindness and inclusiveness, with a commitment to the whole child always remaining Christ centered and focused on academic excellence, social responsibility and spiritual integrity.
(Catholic)
(2)
13505 Excelsior Blvd.
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 358-3500
Gr: NS-8 | 282 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Agape Christi Academy
Agape Christi Academy Photo - Building Christian community.
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(3)
12007 Excelsior Blvd.
Minnetonka, MN 55343
(952) 856-0103
Gr: PK-12 | 144 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Excelsior KinderCare
Excelsior KinderCare Photo - Excelsior KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
17701 Old Excelsior Blvd.
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 474-9592
Gr: NS-PK

Overview

This Town (Minnetonka)
This State (MN)
# Schools
4 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
553 Students
97,393 Students
% Average Students of Color
29%
23%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
59 Teachers
7,972 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
51%
Average Class Size
15 students
17 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$7,715
$10,132
Average % on Financial Aid
43%
38%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
$2,997

Students by Ethnicity:

0.51
0.58
# American Indian Students
1 Student
625 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
2 Students
3,705 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
4%
# Hispanic Students
27 Students
4,576 Students
% Hispanic Students
7%
4%
# Black Students
8 Students
4,218 Students
% Black Students
2%
4%
# White Students
105 Students
58,368 Students
% White Students
26%
59%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
194 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
266 Students
27,607 Students
% of Others Students
65%
28%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
5 extracurriculars
10 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
4 sports
8 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Minnetonka, MN?
The top-ranked private schools in Minnetonka, MN include Minnetonka Christian Academy and Notre Dame Academy.
How many private schools are located in Minnetonka?
4 private schools are located in Minnetonka.
What percentage of students in Minnetonka go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Minnetonka are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Minnetonka?
75% of private schools in Minnetonka are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).

Recent Articles

How to Stress-Test a Private School Budget Before Enrolling
How to Stress-Test a Private School Budget Before Enrolling
Learn how to stress-test a private school budget before enrolling and avoid financial surprises that can affect your family's long-term plans.
When “Affordable Private School” Means Fewer Services
When “Affordable Private School” Means Fewer Services
Learn what families may sacrifice when choosing an affordable private school and how to evaluate whether lower tuition still delivers long-term value.
Voucher Eligibility Fine Print Parents Miss
Voucher Eligibility Fine Print Parents Miss
Learn the hidden voucher eligibility rules that can affect school choice decisions and how parents can avoid common application mistakes.