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St. Henrys Area School

253 2nd St Sw
Perham, MN 56573

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Tel: (218) 346-6190

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We believe St. Henry's Area School is a Christ-centered community where the self-worth of each person is recognized and nurtured.

As Christian educators, we endeavor to provide quality Catholic education which will meet the religious, academic, social and physical needs of each individual.

We believe our school is a model of Christian behavior where wholesome attitudes and moral values are witnessed and taught.

Christian behavior encourages us to reach out to our parish communities and the community at large.

We believe that parents are the primary educators of their children and thus encourage them to work closely with their school community to assist in the task of developing the whole child.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked MN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 144 students
Yearly Tuition: $2,700
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-6

Year Founded

1883

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

144 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 23%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

21:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$2,700

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Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Enter to Learn, Christ Leave to Serve Christ

We believe St. Henry's Area School is a Christ-centered community where the self-worth of each person is recognized and nurtured. As Christian educators, we endeavor to provide quality Catholic education which will meet the religious, academic, social and physical needs of each individual. We believe our school is a model of Christian behavior where wholesome attitudes and moral values are witnessed and taught. Christian behavior encourages us to reach out to our parish communities and the community at large. We believe that parents are the primary educators of their children and thus encourage them to work closely with their school community to assist in the task of developing the whole child.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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How much does St. Henrys Area School cost?

St. Henrys Area School's tuition is approximately $2,700 for private students.

What is St. Henrys Area School's ranking?

St. Henrys Area School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Henrys Area School?

The application deadline for St. Henrys Area School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked MN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 144 students
Yearly Tuition: $2,700
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Minnesota is $8,839 for elementary schools and $14,463 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Minnesota is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).