St. Francis Xavier Elementary School Photo - In partnership with families and our parish, we foster discipleship, academic excellence, and the development of each child in the light of faith.

Best Wright County Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 8 private schools serving 1,341 students in Wright County, MN (there are 81 public schools, serving 26,939 public students). 5% of all K-12 students in Wright County, MN are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in Wright County, MN include St. Francis Xavier Elementary School, St. Maximilian Kolbe, and St. Michael Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Minnesota private school average acceptance rate of 86%.
100% of private schools in Wright County, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Wright County Private Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
St. Francis Xavier Elementary School
St. Francis Xavier Elementary School Photo - In partnership with families and our parish, we foster discipleship, academic excellence, and the development of each child in the light of faith.
(Catholic)
219 19th St Nw
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 684-0075
Grades: PK-8
| 346 students
St. Maximilian Kolbe
St. Maximilian Kolbe Photo - 2013 Ride for a Reason Marathon
(Catholic)
(10)
235 Second Street South
Delano, MN 55328
(763) 972-2528
Grades: PK-6
| 143 students
St. Michael Catholic School
(Catholic)
14 Main St N
Saint Michael, MN 55376
(763) 497-3887
Grades: PK-8
| 430 students
Holy Spirit Academy
(Christian)
(1)
1001 E 7th St Suite 1
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 220-2402
Grades: 9-12
| 54 students
Lakeside Academy
All-boys (Christian)
100 Garrison Ave Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
(612) 238-6710
Grades: 9-12
| 22 students
Mt. Olive Lutheran School
Mt. Olive Lutheran School Photo
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
435 Bridge Ave E
Delano, MN 55328
(763) 972-2442
Grades: PK-8
| 67 students
St. James Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1000 6th St
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-2630
Grades: PK-8
| 117 students
St. Timothys Parish School
St. Timothys Parish School Photo - At St. Timothy's, Our Catholic faith is the center of who we are and all we do. Our focus is providing a nurturing environment where we can meet the individual needs of all our students both academically & spiritually. With small class sizes and dedicated teachers we provide a rigorous academic program where all students can reach their highest potential.
(Catholic)
215 Division St. E
Maple Lake, MN 55358
(320) 963-3417
Grades: PK-8
| 162 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Wright County, MN?
The top ranked private schools in Wright County, MN include St. Francis Xavier Elementary School, St. Maximilian Kolbe, and St. Michael Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in Wright County?
8 private schools are located in Wright County.
How diverse are private schools in Wright County?
Wright County private schools are approximately 5% minority students, which is lower than the Minnesota private school average of 23%.
What percentage of students in Wright County go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in Wright County are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Wright County?
100% of private schools in Wright County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private schools in Wright County are often viewed compared to one another?

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