Schaeffer Academy Photo #9 - Schaeffer's production of Fiddler on the Roof.

Schaeffer Academy

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 292 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $11,245
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Schaeffer Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Blue/Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 1, 2026
Last Day of School
Thu. May 27, 2027
Campus Size
37 acres

Student Body

Total Students
292 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
32%
Average Class Size
22 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
3 courses
List of Courses Offered
AP/Advanced Courses
20th Century History20th Century Literature
American Government & EconomicsAmerican Literature
Ancient HistoryAncient Literature
AP Calculus BCAP Physics C
AP Physics IApologetics
ArtArt Appreciation and History
Basic Christian DoctrineBiology w/Lab
British LiteratureCalculus
Chemistry w/LabChristian Worldview
Composition and Literary FormsFunctions, Statistics & Trig
Latin I, II, IIILogic I, II
MusicMusic Appreciation & History
Physics IRhetoric & Debate I, II
Senior TheologySpanish I, II, III
U. S. HistoryWestern Philosophy
World History
Average SAT score
1320
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniform - khaki/polos in school color (secondary) or plaid/navy twill/polos (elementary)

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Excellent Financial Aid Program Available. Full time tuition for grades all-day kindergarten -12th grade is $11245; half-day kindergarten tuition is $6080
% on Financial Aid
24%
Admissions Director
Ramie Phillips
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess ClubLEGO Robotics Club
Student Council


Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
DramaOrchestra
Studio ArtSummer Adventures in Kindergarten Camp
Summer Adventures in Learning Camps (Grades 1-8)Yearbook


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Summer Sport Camps

School Notes

  • School Motto: Veritas Vos Liberabit
  • School Mascot: Lions
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Schaeffer Academy cost?
Schaeffer Academy's tuition is approximately $11,245 for private students.
What sports does Schaeffer Academy offer?
Schaeffer Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Schaeffer Academy's ranking?
Schaeffer Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Schaeffer Academy?
The application deadline for Schaeffer Academy is Feb. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
Our children are late elementary and middle school age, and have been at Schaeffer since kindergarten. We appreciate the classical Christian education and overall academic rigor. Schaeffer has most of the extracurriculars you could want (sports, drama, etc.). Test scores far exceed other public and private schools in the area. Our family highly recommends Schaeffer to parents who would like to have their children receive a classical Christian education that prepares them well to pursue higher education.
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5  
After trying 3 other schools, we have finally found a school home for our 4 children at Schaeffer Academy. They provide a safe, encouraging atmosphere where each of our kids can feel comfortable to be who they were created to be. Every teacher we have had has been such a blessing! We love the classical education which teaches our kids to apply critical thinking skills to every subject. This gives the students an amazing foundation allowing them to excel at any career they choose. The older students mentor the younger students encouraging them in their character. The small class size allows the kids many opportunities for involvement and leadership. I am so thankful for a school like Schaeffer!
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5  
Classical education teaches my children how to think: logic and its application. This is woven into every subject, and I know they will have a good foundation for the future regardless of what careers they choose.
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5  
Schaeffer Academy is an amazing classical Christian school! We have had two children attend thus far, and we are so grateful for their school experience! The teachers are warm and encouraging. The academics are rigorous but doable. They have encouraged both of our children with their specific needs and have accommodated both special needs for one child at a time and stretching our precocious child. There is a great sense of community, and we love the mentorship a k-12 school provides. Priceless! In short, we would highly recommend Schaeffer Academy.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 292 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $11,245
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Rochester, MN is $9,291 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Rochester, MN is 99% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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