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Best 55082 Minnesota Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 752 students in 55082, MN (there are 19 public schools, serving 7,446 public students). 9% of all K-12 students in 55082, MN are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 55082, MN is St. Croix Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the Minnesota private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
75% of private schools in 55082, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 55082 Minnesota Private Schools (2026)

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St. Croix Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 324 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
621 3rd St S
Stillwater, MN 55082
(651) 439-5581
(1)
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Map of Chesterton Academy Of The St. Croix Valley
Chesterton Academy Of The St. Croix Valley
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students
Catholic
1835 Northwestern Blvd
Stillwater, MN 55082
(651) 504-2638
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St. Croix Montessori
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 1
Montessori School
177 Neal Ave N
Stillwater, MN 55082
(651) 436-2603
(2)
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Salem Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 198 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
14940 62nd St N
Stillwater, MN 55082
(651) 439-7831
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 55082, MN?
The top ranked private schools in 55082, MN is St. Croix Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 55082?
4 private schools are located in 55082.
What percentage of students in 55082 go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in 55082 are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 55082?
75% of private schools in 55082 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).

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