56401 Minnesota Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 290 students in 56401, MN (there are 10 public schools, serving 3,433 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in 56401, MN are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 56401, MN is St. Francis Catholic School.
100% of private schools in 56401, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 56401 Minnesota Private Schools (2026-27)

St. Francis Catholic School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 224 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Catholic
817 Juniper St
Brainerd, MN 56401
(218) 829-2344
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Map of Montessori School Of Brainerd
Gr: PK-2 | 54 students
Montessori School (Christian)
315 N 6th St
Brainerd, MN 56401
(218) 831-3482
Map of Oak Street Christian School
Gr: K-6 | 12 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2910 Oak St
Brainerd, MN 56401
(218) 828-9660

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 56401, MN?
The top ranked private schools in 56401, MN is St. Francis Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 56401?
3 private schools are located in 56401.
What percentage of students in 56401 go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in 56401 are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 56401?
100% of private schools in 56401 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).

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