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Best 56721 Minnesota Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 730 students in 56721, MN (there are 4 public schools, serving 2,005 public students). 27% of all K-12 students in 56721, MN are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 56721, MN is Sacred Heart School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
100% of private schools in 56721, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 56721 Minnesota Private Schools (2026-27)

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Sacred Heart School
Gr: PK-12 | 514 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
200 3rd Street NW
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-0230
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Riverside Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 216 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 3
Christian
610 2nd Ave NE
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-1770
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 56721, MN?
The top ranked private schools in 56721, MN is Sacred Heart School.
How many private schools are located in 56721?
2 private schools are located in 56721.
What percentage of students in 56721 go to private school?
27% of all K-12 students in 56721 are educated in private schools (compared to the MN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 56721?
100% of private schools in 56721 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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