Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center is an accredited school located in Finland, Minnesota that focuses on K–12 environmental education.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MN School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
Campus Size
2000 acres
Student Body
Total Students
286 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning's ranking?
Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning?
The application deadline for Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning is Celebration Christian Academy (56.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Stella Maris Academy St. Johns Campus (55.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori School Of Duluth (55.8 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Stella Maris Academy St. Johns Campus
(Catholic)
1 W Chisholm St
Duluth, MN 55803
(218) 724-9392
Duluth, MN 55803
(218) 724-9392
55.3 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 93 students Tuition listed
313 Mygatt Ave
Duluth, MN 55803
(218) 728-4600
Duluth, MN 55803
(218) 728-4600
55.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 42 students
Stella Maris Academy![Stella Maris Academy Photo]( "Stella Maris Academy Photo")
(Catholic)
2802 E 4th St
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 623-6253
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 623-6253
56.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 428 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Spirit Of The Lake Community School
Special Program Emphasis
5401 E Superior St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 721-4236
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 721-4236
57.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 32 students
Summit School
Daycare / Preschool
1600 N 8th Ave E
Duluth, MN 55805
(218) 724-3133
Duluth, MN 55805
(218) 724-3133
58.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 111 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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