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Best 55057 Minnesota Private Schools (2026)

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).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Private Schools in 55057, MN (2026)

Map of Northfield Montessori
Northfield Montessori
Gr: K | 7 students
Montessori School
340 Montessori Ct
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 663-1279
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Map of Prairie Creek Community
Prairie Creek Community
Gr: PK-5 | 180 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Alternative School
27695 Denmark Avenue
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-9640
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Map of St. Dominic Elementary School
St. Dominic Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 118 students
Catholic
216 Spring St N
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-8136
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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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