St. Croix Lutheran Academy

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Tel: (651)455-1521
1200 Oakdale Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55118
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St. Croix Lutheran Academy Photo #1 - 500 total students attend SCL including American students and 120 students from over 15 different countries.
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St. Croix Lutheran Academy Photo #1 - 500 total students attend SCL including American students and 120 students from over 15 different countries.
St. Croix Lutheran Academy Photo #2 - SCL teachers challenge and support individual students.
St. Croix Lutheran Academy Photo #3 - SCL educates the "total student" with over 50 sports, fine arts programs, or other teams in which students participate outside of the school hours.
St. Croix Lutheran Academy Photo #4 - SCL's lakeside dormitory houses 150 students from around the USA and world. It is within walking distance of over 50 stores and restaurants.
  • Since 1958, SCL has been preparing young people to be successful citizens in an ever-changing world.
  • As a Christian school, SCL takes great care in providing a Christ-centered, Bible-based education in a supportive community where students can grow spiritually, intellectually, and physically.
  • St. Croix Lutheran Academy is a global leader in Christian education, welcoming students in grades 6-12 from all backgrounds since 1958.
  • The culturally-diverse community includes students from the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area, across the United States, and to date, from over 40 countries across five continents. Located on 30 acres overlooking Thompson Lake, the campus supports the mission of educating the total student spiritually, intellectually and physically. Here students will be part of a caring, supportive community where they will make new friends and discover their potential.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Students: 500 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling

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School Overview

Religious AffiliationWisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
Grades OfferedGrades 6-12
ADD/ADHD SupportYes
Learning Difference ProgramsYes
Learning Programs SupportedMild Learning Differences
Year Founded1958

Student Body

Total Students500 students
Student Body TypeCo-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 16%
Students by GradeSt. Croix Lutheran Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers38 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size20 students
Number of AP Courses15 courses
List of Courses OfferedLink to List of Courses
Average ACT score25
Matriculation DataMatric. DataLink to Matriculation Data
Classroom Dress CodeCasual

Finances and Admission

Admission DeadlineNone / Rolling
Tuition NotesAffordable payment options for most families
% on Financial Aid
60%
Admissions DirectorMs. Hannah Schmiege
Admissions AssociateMrs. Kathy Metcalf

Sports

Total Sports Offered19 sports
SportsBaseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball,
Bowling, Cheering,
Cross Country, Dance,
Football, Golf,
Ice Hockey, Lacrosse,
Marksmanship, Soccer,
Softball, Swimming,
Tennis, Track and Field,
Volleyball, Weightlifting,
Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.Childrens Theatre, Drama Club, Future Business Leaders of America, International Mentor Club, Math Competitors, National Honor Society, Oakdale Jazz, One Act Play, Peer Helpers, Peer Leadership, Speech Team, Student Government, United Nations Forum, Video Editing, Worship Band, Youth in Government

Club or Organization:
New Friends

School Notes

  • Middle School (gr. 6-8) and High School
  • Culterally Diverse, Christian Family Community
  • Experiential and College Prep Curriculums
  • Championship Co-Curriculars (over 50 opportunities)
  • Lakeside Dormitory for 150 Students (within walking distance of over 50 shops and restaurants)
  • A Place to Discover Lifelong Friends

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St. Croix Lutheran is a terrific school with dedicated faculty, terrific academic and extracurricular programs, and first rate facilities. We couldn't be more please with the education our cildren are recieving and and the atmosphere at St. Croix Lutheran.
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Quick Stats (2018-19)
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Students: 500 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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