St. Francis Xavier School

219 2nd St N Sartell, MN 56377
www.stfrancissartell.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 271 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • St. Francis Xavier School is a parish supported Catholic school.
  • The parents, staff and parish community are committed to providing students with a quality education focused on spiritual growth, academic excellence, and community service.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 271 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. Francis Xavier School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres

Student Body

Total Students
271 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 23%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Love God, Love Others
  • School Mascot: Eagles
  • St. Francis Xavier School is a parish supported Catholic school. The parents, staff and parish community are committed to providing students with a quality education focused on spiritual growth, academic excellence, and community service.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. Francis Xavier School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Largest student body.
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The application deadline for St. Francis Xavier School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Stearns County, MN is $6,103 for elementary schools and $9,176 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Stearns County, MN is 62% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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