Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Shakopee Area Catholic School
About the School
- Shakopee Area Catholic School nurtures the body, mind and spirit of each child.
- We make Jesus Christ known and loved to our students.
- We strive to develop morally responsible leaders through innovative academics, personalized learning, and community outreach, in a welcoming and faith filled Catholic school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Shakopee Area Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1970
Campus Size
20 acres
Student Body
Total Students
566 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 23%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Alter ServersCampus Ministry
Chess ClubLibrary Club
Quiz BowlSpirit Committee
Student CouncilTech Crew
Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
- Shakopee Area Catholic School nurtures the body, mind and spirit of each child. We make Jesus Christ known and loved to our students. We strive to develop morally responsible leaders through innovative academics, personalized learning, and community outreach, in a welcoming and faith filled Catholic school.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Shakopee Area Catholic School offer?
Shakopee Area Catholic School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance and Volleyball.
What is Shakopee Area Catholic School's ranking?
Shakopee Area Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Shakopee Area Catholic School?
The application deadline for Shakopee Area Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Avg. class size: 20 students
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Gr: PK-4 | 137 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
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(952) 445-1785
Distance: 7.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 379 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
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Gr: PK-8 | 225 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
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Montessori School (Christian)
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Swmetro Level 3
Special Education School
150 W Tyrone St
Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 567-8117
Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 567-8117
0.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 11 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Sun Path Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2250 17th Ave E
Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 496-5892
Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 496-5892
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 521 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
4601 Dean Lakes Blvd
Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 567-8027
Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 567-8027
1 miles
Gr: K-6 | 13 students
Swmetro Ccj
Alternative School
606 East 4th Street
Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 567-8100
Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 567-8100
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-12
Swmetro Credit Recovery
Alternative School
401 E 4th St
Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 567-8050
Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 567-8050
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 50%
School Reviews
5 1/27/2021
We could not be happier with our decision to switch to SACS. We have children prospering in both their preschool and grade school programs. The kids are appropriately challenged for where they are on their growth curve and continually feel supported on their educational journey. The teachers create a warm, trusting environment for the children to learn in and the energy at the school is contagious... you just want to be a part of it! On top of all that, children also develop value and moral frameworks by multiple service projects throughout the year; even in preschool, they learn the importance of helping others. It really is so much more than a school... it's a community we are proud to be a part of.
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