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#86 of 318 private schools in MN

Top 27% of private schools

Academy of Holy Angels

High School

6600 NICOLLET AVE, Richfield, MN 55423

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

640

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Richfield

#2 of 3

public schools

Minnesota high schools

#13 of 30

About Academy of Holy Angels

Academy of Holy Angels is a high school located in Richfield, Minnesota, in Hennepin County, serving students in grades 9 through 12 within a Catholic educational tradition. With 640 students and 59 full-time teachers, the school operates at a student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1 in a large suburban setting, representing a sizeable and well-staffed secondary program with the capacity to offer broad academic and extracurricular opportunities. No MySchoolScout rating or academic performance data is currently available.

The surrounding ZIP code 55423 is a diverse community of approximately 36,859 residents, with a median household income of $80,744 and a median home value of $293,800. About 44% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the local poverty rate is 7.2%. Richfield is an inner-ring suburb of Minneapolis known for its ethnic diversity, community-minded identity, and convenient access to the Twin Cities metro's extensive resources.

Academy of Holy Angels benefits from this urban-suburban location while maintaining its distinctive faith-based mission and community character.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Academy of Holy Angels operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Academy of Holy Angels compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Richfield, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
This School
vs
10.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
640
This School
vs
284
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.2
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 58.4% vs 0%
Asian 15.3% vs 0%
Black 13% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.6% vs 0%
Academy of Holy Angels Richfield Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Academy of Holy Angels (this school) 7.2
RICHFIELD SENIOR HIGH 7.4
Richfield College Experience Prg 6.6
WATERSHED HIGH SCHOOL 8.2
South Education Center Academy 6.9
SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,144
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 61%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Enrollment 640
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 58.4%
Asian 15.3%
Black 13.0%
Two or More 9.4%
Hispanic 3.6%
Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6600 NICOLLET AVE, Richfield, MN 55423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Academy of Holy Angels may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WATERSHED HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RICHFIELD SENIOR HIGH (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Richfield College Experience Prg (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Richfield, see our Richfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richfield 0.1 mi 7.2
SciTech Academy Charter School Richfield 0.2 mi 5.4
PARTNERSHIP ACADEMY INC. Richfield 0.2 mi 5.8
RICHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Richfield 0.5 mi 7.4
CENTRAL EDUCATION CENTER Richfield 0.7 mi 7.0
Central Education Center PreK Richfield 0.7 mi 6.8
Windom Elementary Minneapolis 1.0 mi 8.1
Richfield College Experience Prg Richfield 0.9 mi 6.6
Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities Richfield 1.4 mi 6.9
RICHFIELD DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Richfield 1.1 mi 5.6
MAYFLOWER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Minneapolis 1.5 mi
KENNY ELEMENTARY Minneapolis 1.4 mi 8.7
RICHFIELD STEM SCHOOL Richfield 1.2 mi 7.9
ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Minneapolis 1.6 mi 6.8
Anthony Middle Minneapolis 1.4 mi 7.7
Seven Hills - Richfield Middle Richfield 1.5 mi 7.1
Seven Hills - Richfield Elementary Richfield 1.5 mi 8.9
RICHFIELD MIDDLE Richfield 1.6 mi 5.5
AUGSBURG PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richfield 1.5 mi
WATERSHED HIGH SCHOOL Richfield 1.4 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,102

Median Home Value

$320,300

Median Rent

$1,334/mo

Population

36,779

College Educated

44.3%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

38.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Academy of Holy Angels has a median household income of $84,102. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $320,300, with a median rent of $1,334/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LITCHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Litchfield, MN 7.3
WINONA SENIOR HIGH Winona, MN 7.3
PERHAM SENIOR HIGH Perham, MN 7.1
BLUESKY CHARTER SCHOOL Bloomington, MN 7.0
South St. Paul High School South Saint Paul, MN 7.0
St. Peter High School Saint Peter, MN 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Academy of Holy Angels

What grades does Academy of Holy Angels serve?

Academy of Holy Angels serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Academy of Holy Angels?

Academy of Holy Angels has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of Holy Angels?

The student-teacher ratio at Academy of Holy Angels is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Academy of Holy Angels rank in MN?

Academy of Holy Angels is ranked #86 out of 318 private schools in MN.

What is Academy of Holy Angels's MySchoolScout rating?

Academy of Holy Angels has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Academy of Holy Angels a private school?

Yes, Academy of Holy Angels is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Academy of Holy Angels a religious school?

Academy of Holy Angels has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,734/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Richfield). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
640
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
HENNEPIN
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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