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55104 Minnesota Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 663 students in 55104, MN (there are 19 public schools, serving 4,982 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in 55104, MN are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 55104, MN is St. Marks School.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Minnesota private school average acceptance rate of 91%.
50% of private schools in 55104, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 663
  • Average Tuition: $6,917
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 61%
  • Acceptance Rate: 93%
  • Average Class Size: 15 students
  • % Students of Color: 39%
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 663
  • Average Tuition: $6,917
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 61%
  • Acceptance Rate: 93%
  • Average Class Size: 15 students
  • % Students of Color: 39%
  • View 55104 Minnesota School Trends

Top Ranked 55104 Minnesota Private Schools (2026-27)

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St. Marks School
Gr: PK-8 | 187 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
1983 Dayton Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 644-3380
(1)
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Map of Children's Center Montessori Inc.
Children's Center Montessori Inc.
Gr: PK-K | 18 students
Montessori School
1536 Minnehaha Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 645-6053
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Friends School Of Minnesota
Gr: K-8 | 146 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 6
Alternative School (Friends)
1365 Englewood Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 621-8933
(1)
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Jean Lyle's Childrens Center
Gr: PK-K | 50 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Daycare / Preschool
130 Howell St N
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 646-9603
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Map of Primrose School Of St. Paul At Merriam Park
Primrose School Of St. Paul At Merriam Park
Gr: PK-K | 165 students
Daycare / Preschool
1533 Dayton Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 202-3144
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Saint Peter Claver Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 97 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Catholic
1060 Central Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 621-2273
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55104, Minnesota Private Schools (Closed)

Map of St. Columba School
St. Columba School
Gr: PK-8 | 142 students
Catholic
1330 Blair Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 644-1807
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 55104, MN?
The top ranked private schools in 55104, MN is St. Marks School.
How many private schools are located in 55104?
6 private schools are located in 55104.
How diverse are private schools in 55104?
55104 private schools are approximately 39% minority students, which is higher than the Minnesota private school average of 23%.
What percentage of students in 55104 go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in 55104 are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 55104?
50% of private schools in 55104 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

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