Saint Raphael Catholic School vs. St. Alphonsus Catholic School
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Overview
Saint Raphael is a Preschool-8th Catholic school located in the heart of the Crystal suburbs, serving families from the larger Twin Cities area.
Our mission is to cultivate a family-centered community thatclassically forms students in a faithfully Catholic education,bringing forth joyful witnesses to the love of Jesus Christ.
The mission of St Alphonsus Parish School is to provide a quality Catholic education for all of its students.
This is accomplished in an environment that provides a planned curriculum based on educational standards.
Instruction adapts to the needs and learning styles of the students.
Creative thinking, experimentation and maximum use of each person's talents and abilities are encouraged.
We believe the purpose of St Alphonsus Parish School is to respond to the call of the Church through a Catholic education.
Grades Offered
PK-8
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Year Founded
1953
n/a
Students Body
Total Students
169 students
205 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
55%
77%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
16
32
Kindergarten Students
17
19
Grade 1 Students
20
11
Grade 2 Students
12
14
Grade 3 Students
19
14
Grade 4 Students
20
17
Grade 5 Students
17
27
Grade 6 Students
15
19
Grade 7 Students
17
25
Grade 8 Students
16
27
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
10 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
58%
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Average Class Size
20
17
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:9
1:21
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Casual
(dark blue pants & light blue shirt)
(dark blue pants & light blue shirt)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$5,600
$3,190
Tuition Notes
Financial Aid is Available
n/a
% on Financial Aid
80%
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Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
9
7
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
1
3
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Fall Musical
Student council, Website, Yearbook