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The Blake School

511 Kenwood Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55403
Tel: (952) 988-3420
www.blakeschool.org
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,236 students
  • Acceptance rate: 52%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
The Blake School Photo #1 - Blake is a PK-12 coeducational, independent, nonsectarian day school with campuses in Hopkins and Minneapolis.
The Blake School Photo #2 - Instruction in core academic subjects English language arts, mathematics, social studies and science places ever-greater emphasis on close reading, carefully crafted writing, critical thinking, social responsibility and creative problem-solving.
The Blake School Photo #3 - Blake is a coeducational, independent, nonsectarian day school serving students from 62 Twin Cities communities.
The Blake School Photo #4 - Our program emphasizes five core values for Middle School students to live by: Academic and personal honesty; Acceptance of others; Respect for peers, adults and the school facilities and environment; Responsibility toward self, others, the school and the surrounding community; Trust within the school community.
The Blake School Photo #5 - Early adolescence is an exciting period for children to discover what they can achieve. We provide numerous opportunities for students to excel as scholars, athletes and artists.
The Blake School Photo #6 - Students in grades PK-1 attend school at Blake's Early Learning Center in Hopkins.
The Blake School Photo #7 - Lower School classrooms are intimate peer-learning communities. Lower School students are a close-knit community of peers who become collaborators and friends.
The Blake School Photo #8 - Lower School instruction incorporates numerous collaborative projects and emphasizes the shared values of citizenship, respect for others, empathy and working together to solve problems.
The Blake School Photo #9 - Engineering principles and the language of computer programming inform curricula across all Lower School graded levels.
The Blake School Photo #10 - The campus in Hopkins is home to the Early Learning Center (grades PK-1), Upper Elementary (grades 2-5), Middle School (grades 6-9), athletic facilities and a performing arts center.
The Blake School Photo #11 - Blake's Hopkins campus features an onsite ice rink, gyms and expansive outdoor spaces for student use during physical education and recess.
The Blake School Photo #12 - A carefully planned arts rotation ensures that all students receive instruction in visual arts and theatre while pursuing music throughout the Middle School grades.
The Blake School Photo #13 - All students play on an athletic team for at least one season in grades nine and ten.
The Blake School Photo #14 - The Upper School's proximity to downtown Minneapolis creates ample opportunities for classes to take their teaching and learning off campus.
The Blake School Photo #15 - The Upper School's core values respect for self and others, love of learning, integrity and courage shape students' activities in and out of class.
The Blake School Photo #16 - Required courses are challenging and thought-provoking. Electives explore specialized topics in depth, and Advanced Placement courses are offered in all core subjects.
The Blake School Photo #17 - Required courses are challenging and thought-provoking. Electives explore specialized topics in depth, and Advanced Placement courses are offered in all core subjects.
The Blake School Photo #18 - A typical course of study in the core subjects includes intensive coursework in English language arts, mathematics, social studies, science and languages.
The Blake School Photo #19 - The senior speech program supports every student in preparing and delivering a speech to the Upper School student body.
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,236 students
  • Acceptance rate: 52%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Rankings

The Blake School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

Category
Attribute
SAT Score
Highest average SAT score
ACT Score
Highest average ACT score
Acceptance Rate
Lowest average acceptance rates
Diversity
Highest percentage of students of color
Advanced Degrees
Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
Student Body
Largest student body
AP Courses
Most AP courses offered
Sports offered
Most sports offered
Extra-curric.
Most extracurriculars offered
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeThe Blake School
Pre-K41
Kind63
157
261
359
459
579
688
790
8115
9128
10129
11134
12133
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Grade 11 has 134 students the largest class is slightly bigger than Grade 12 at 133 and Grade 10 at 129.
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Yes
Year Founded
1900
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
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Campus Size
55 acres
School Motto
Commitment to Pluralism

Student Body

Total Students
1,236 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
State avg.: 24%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
157 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
16 students
Average SAT score
1416
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
31
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
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Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Number of AP Courses
19 courses
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses
BiologyCalculus (AB/BC & Adv. Topics)
ChemistryEnglish Language
English LiteratureEuropean History
French Language & CultureLatin Literature
Physics CPhysics C Mechanics
Physics ISpanish Language & Culture
StatisticsU.S. Government & Politics
U.S. History
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
Jan. 31
Tuition Notes
Varies by grade. Blake annually awards 9.64 million dollars in need-based financial aid to 28 percent of the student body. See web site for tuition.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Blake offers an array of PK-12 academic, artistic, athletic and day camp options. Program costs vary by camp and program.
% on Financial Aid
28%
Acceptance Rate
52%
National avg.: 85%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Joe Silvestri
Admissions Associate
Megan Duncan
Application URL
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
20 sports
Sports
Alpine SkiingBaseball
BasketballCross Country
DivingFencing
Figure SkatingFootball
GolfIce Hockey
LacrosseNordic Skiing
SailingSoccer
SoftballSwimming
TennisTrack and Field
Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball
Colors
White, Blue, Green, Royal blue, Brown, Kelly green
School Mascot
Bears

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
27 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Admissions AmbassadorsAnime Club
Assembly ModeratorsAsset Management Group
Badminton ClubBee Club
Blood Drive CommitteeChess Team
DebateDECA
Drawing at DawnEmpty Bowls
Gender and Sexuality AllianceGirl Up
Green TeamHabitat for Humanity
LearningWorksMath Team
Model United NationsRobotics
Science BowlScience Olympiad
She's the FirstSlam Poetry Club
Stock Exchange ClubStudent Newspaper
We Charity

School Notes

  • Founded in 1900, The Blake School is an independent, coeducational day school (pre-k-12) with campuses in Minneapolis (grades 9-12) and Hopkins (grades PK-8).
  • Blake provides a strong liberal arts education with a challenging curriculum that integrates academics, arts and athletics.
  • Approximately 1,236 students attend Blake, coming from 68 Twin Cities' communities.
  • Tuition: $35,033 - $42,027
  • Financial Assistance: $9.64 millon in need-based aid awarded annually to 26 percent of the student body
  • The Blake School is a pre-kindergarten-grade 12, independent day school with a national reputation for academics. Its comprehensive, rigorous curriculum prepares students to advance to the most selective colleges and universities. Students strive for excellence in athletics and the arts and are committed to improving their local and global community. Small classes of diverse students are united by innate curiosity. Students encounter thoughtfully prepared curriculum along with abundant opportunities for travel, service, sports and artistic endeavors while developing habits of mind that enable them to think critically, solve problems, empathize, create and make our world better.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Mark Dayton ’65 - U.S. Senator from Minnesota, 40th Governor of Minnesota, heir to Dayton's and Target Corporation, first husband of Alida Rockefeller Messinger
    • Poppy Harlow ’01 - American journalist, best known for her reporting at CNN and Forbes.com; CNN This Morning anchor
    • Dave Goldberg ’85 - Businessman, CEO of Survey Monkey
    • George Roy Hill ’39 - Oscar-winning director of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
    • Dani Cameranesi ‘13 - American women's ice hockey forward, currently playing for the Minnesota section of the PWHPA. She made her debut for the US national women's team at the 2014 and was a forward for U.S. women's hockey team at 2018 Winter Olympics.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of The Blake School?
The acceptance rate of The Blake School is 52%, which is lower than the national average of 91%. The Blake School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Minnesota with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from The Blake School?
The Blake School famous alumni include: Mark Dayton ’65, Poppy Harlow ’01, Dave Goldberg ’85, George Roy Hill ’39 and Dani Cameranesi ‘13.
Does The Blake School offer a summer program?
Yes, The Blake School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does The Blake School offer?
The Blake School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Fencing, Figure Skating, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. The Blake School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for most sports offered.
What is The Blake School's ranking?
The Blake School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The Blake School?
The application deadline for The Blake School is Jan. 31.
In what neighborhood is The Blake School located?
The Blake School is located in the Calhoun Isles neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.

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