St. Peter Catholic

Saint Peter Catholic School Community, grounded in Catholic Tradition, forms students into critical thinkers, virtuous leaders, and living saints.
St. Peter School offers a variety of programs and services to help families educate and care for their children, including a fully accredited preschool, half-day kindergarten and full day kindergarten.
Our program provides for the whole child in a nurturing and caring atmosphere.
Children engage in a rich variety of learning experiences including music, art, literature, play, field trips, creative expression, social, and discovery activities. St. Peter's Preschool Program is housed in the early childhood area of the school with spacious classrooms designed to encourage learning, play, and creativity.
The Preschool Program is staffed by certified instructors who prepare, plan, and present educational activities for the children in both our three-day and two-day programs.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 294 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,895
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Peter Catholic ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1916

Student Body

Total Students
294 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
St. Peter Catholic Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Financial Aid Packages offered
% on Financial Aid
95%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,200
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Alison Dahlman

Sports

School Notes

  • St. Peter School offers a variety of programs and services to help families educate and care for their children, including a fully accredited preschool, half-day kindergarten and full day kindergarten. Our program provides for the whole child in a nurturing and caring atmosphere. Children engage in a rich variety of learning experiences including music, art, literature, play, field trips, creative expression, social, and discovery activities. St. Peter's Preschool Program is housed in the early childhood area of the school with spacious classrooms designed to encourage learning, play, and creativity. The Preschool Program is staffed by certified instructors who prepare, plan, and present educational activities for the children in both our three-day and two-day programs.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Peter Catholic cost?
St. Peter Catholic's tuition is approximately $4,895 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Peter Catholic?
The acceptance rate of St. Peter Catholic is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.
What sports does St. Peter Catholic offer?
St. Peter Catholic offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Peter Catholic's ranking?
St. Peter Catholic ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Peter Catholic?
The application deadline for St. Peter Catholic is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 294 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,895
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Saint Paul, MN is $12,767 for elementary schools and $22,203 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Saint Paul, MN is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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