At St Peter Lutheran School, we offer a full Pre-Kindergarten and elementary education for children from age 3 through Grade 8.
Children learn God's Word each day and have a weekly chapel service.
We provide both enrichment experiences to foster self-confidence, and new experiences which allow the child to question, seek, and explore.
St. Peter Lutheran School strives to teach independence, responsibility, cooperation, and self-awareness within the framework of Christian education.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,435
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Peter Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1995
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
96 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
PK3 Mornings: $1125 for two days/week
PK4 Mornings: $1925 for three days/week
PK4 Afternoons: $1725 for three days/week
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Katherine Voss
Admissions Associate
Kathy Horak
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChildren's Choir
Handbell Choir
School Notes
- At St Peter Lutheran School, we offer a full elementary education for children from Kindergarten through Grade 8. Children receive a full elementary education while learning God's Word.Most of all, they learn to know Jesus as their Savior. We also offer half-day Preschool programs for both 3 and 4 year olds. We provide both enrichment experiences to foster self-confidence, and new experiences which allow the child to question, seek, and explore. St. Peter Lutheran School strives to teach independence, responsibility, cooperation, and self-awareness within the framework of Christian teaching.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Peter Lutheran School cost?
St. Peter Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $3,435 for private students.
What schools are St. Peter Lutheran School often compared to?
St. Peter Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like John Ireland School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Peter Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of St. Peter Lutheran School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does St. Peter Lutheran School offer?
St. Peter Lutheran School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for St. Peter Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. Peter Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Little Lambs & Full School Open House
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 21, 2026 (Thursday)
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Peter Lutheran School vs. John Ireland School
The nearest high school to St. Peter Lutheran School is Grace Christian School (9.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is John Ireland School (2.0 miles away)
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Quick Facts
1801 W. Broadway
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 931-2810
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 931-2810
2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 105 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
Concordia Classical Academy
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2101 Lorray Dr
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 388-4336
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 388-4336
9.6 miles
Gr: K-7 | 61 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Grace Christian School![Grace Christian School Photo - Grace East Entrance]( "Grace Christian School Photo - Grace East Entrance")
(Baptist)
600 Lind Street
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 388-9355
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 388-9355
9.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 44 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
Loyola Catholic School![Loyola Catholic School Photo]( "Loyola Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
145 Good Counsel Dr
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 388-0600
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 388-0600
9.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 610 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 16 Tuition listed
St. Anne Elementary School
(Catholic)
511 N 4th St
Le Sueur, MN 56058
(507) 665-2489
Le Sueur, MN 56058
(507) 665-2489
10.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 136 students Avg. class size: 15 students
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