For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 305 students in 55057, MN (there are 14 public schools, serving 4,145 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in 55057, MN are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
33% of private schools in 55057, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Private Schools in 55057, MN (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Northfield Montessori
Montessori School
340 Montessori Ct
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 663-1279
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 663-1279
Gr: K | 7 students
Prairie Creek Community
Alternative School
27695 Denmark Avenue
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-9640
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-9640
Gr: PK-5 | 180 students Avg. class size: 20 students
St. Dominic Elementary School
(Catholic)
216 Spring St N
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-8136
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-8136
Gr: PK-8 | 118 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 55057, MN?
3 private schools are located in 55057, MN.
What percentage of students in 55057 go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in 55057 are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 55057?
33% of private schools in 55057 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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