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)
- Top-Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Francis Xavier School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
5 acres
Student Body
Total Students
271 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and 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)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Francis Xavier School's ranking?
St. Francis Xavier School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis Xavier School?
The application deadline for St. Francis Xavier School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Francis Xavier School is Granite City Baptist Academy (3.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Prince Of Peace Lutheran School (2.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Whole Child Montessori School (1.4 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Whole Child Montessori School
Montessori School
1911 4th Ave N
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
(320) 253-4719
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
(320) 253-4719
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 20 students
Prince Of Peace Lutheran School![Prince Of Peace Lutheran School Photo - Learning for Life ~ Centered on Christ]( "Prince Of Peace Lutheran School Photo - Learning for Life ~ Centered on Christ")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
4770 County Road 120
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 251-1477
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 251-1477
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
Granite City Baptist Academy![Granite City Baptist Academy Photo - Academic Excellence in a Christian Atmosphere. Pre-school 4 & Kindergarten 5 through 12th grade.]( "Granite City Baptist Academy Photo - Academic Excellence in a Christian Atmosphere. Pre-school 4 & Kindergarten 5 through 12th grade.")
(Baptist)
1425 County Road 134
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 251-2801
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 251-2801
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 25 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
1215 11 Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 251-5295
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 251-5295
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 340 students
430 3rd Ave Ne
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 252-8182
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 252-8182
4.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 254 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
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