St. John's Preparatory School
Tel:
(320) 363-3319
- Saint John's Preparatory School is a Catholic/Benedictine, co-educational, day and boarding college preparatory school for students in grades 6-12, with boarding options beginning in the 9th grade.
- Saint John's Prep is proud to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Organization's Diploma Programme.
- Our school is a truly a global community. Students attend Saint John's Prep from the local area, across the United States and from around the world. In fact, 25% of our students come from 17 different countries in 2013-14.
- We offer rigorous academics along with spiritual growth. Students also have the opportunity to choose from over 40 different extra-curricular activities, including athletics, theatre, Knowledge Bowl and more! Our school is nestled on 2,700 acre campus is filled with beautiful lakes and woods.
- Visit our website for a virtual tour or call to schedule a personalized visit.
- We look forward to sharing the many opportunities available to you.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 6-12
- Students: 257 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,999
- Acceptance rate: 69%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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St. John's Preparatory School places among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
- Category Attribute
- ACT Score Highest average ACT score
- Acceptance Rate Lowest average acceptance rates
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 6-12 |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1857 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 257 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 29% State avg.: 18% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 26 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 53% |
| Average Class Size | 18 students |
| Advanced Courses | AP European History, AP German, AP Literature, AP Spanish |
| Average SAT score | 1340 |
| Average ACT score | 29 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $15,999 |
| Tuition Notes | 5 or 7-day boarding also available for US and International students (costs vary) |
| % on Financial Aid | 46% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $7,405 |
| Acceptance Rate | 69% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Mary Jo Leighton |
| Admissions Associate | Laura Hartog |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 14 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Wrestling, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 30 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Campus Ministry, Dance, Film Club, German Club, Investment Club, Knowledge Bowl, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Peer Ministry, Spanish Club, Student Government, World Club Arts and Music Programs: Band, Chorus, Jazz Band, String Ensemble, Theatre Recreational Athletic Programs: Biking, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Downhill Skiing, Indoor soccer, Racquetball, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding, Swimming, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Walking, Weight Lifting |
School Notes
- Catholic/Benedictine - All faiths welcome
- College-preparatory school
- Offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Organization's Diploma Programme
- Global community with students from 17 different countries
- Class of 2016 average ACT score = 29.1
- 44 Extra-curricular activities to choose from
- Beautiful campus set on 2,700 acres of lakes and woods
- 100% of 2016 graduates that applied to a 4 year college/university were accepted.
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