For the 2026 school year, there are 6 private elementary schools serving 1,364 students in 55118, MN.
The top-ranked private elementary schools in 55118, MN include St. Josephs School and St. Croix Lutheran Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota private elementary school average acceptance rate of 88%.
67% of private elementary schools in 55118, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and Catholic).
Top-Ranked 55118 Minnesota Private Elementary Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1200 Oakdale Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 455-1521
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 455-1521
Gr: 6-12 | 481 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 26 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Josephs School ![St. Josephs School Photo St. Josephs School Photo]()

(Catholic)
1138 Seminole Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 457-8550
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 457-8550
Gr: NS-8 | 462 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Brightmont Academy - Mendota Heights ![Brightmont Academy - Mendota Heights Photo - Taking individual courses at Brightmont Academy offers an effective one-to-one instruction alternative for students to learn concepts and skills by progressing at their own pace. Brightmont Academy - Mendota Heights Photo - Taking individual courses at Brightmont Academy offers an effective one-to-one instruction alternative for students to learn concepts and skills by progressing at their own pace.]()

Special Program Emphasis
720 Main Street, Suite 101
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(952) 564-2164
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(952) 564-2164
Gr: 1-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
335 Hurley St E
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 457-2510
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 457-2510
Gr: PK-8 | 246 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Crown Of Life Lutheran
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
115 Crusader Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 451-3832
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 451-3832
Gr: PK-8 | 171 students Tuition listed
375 Marie Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 451-1498
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 451-1498
Gr: PK-1 | 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in 55118, MN?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in 55118, MN include St. Josephs School and St. Croix Lutheran Academy.
How many private elementary schools are located in 55118?
6 private elementary schools are located in 55118.
How diverse are private elementary schools in 55118?
55118 private elementary schools are approximately 20% minority students, which is lower than the Minnesota private school average of 21%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 55118?
67% of private elementary schools in 55118 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod and Catholic).
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