Very Good
#85 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 26% of private schools
Ave Maria Academy
Elementary School
7000 JEWEL LN N, Maple Grove, MN 55311
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#85 of 319
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Ave Maria Academy
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About Ave Maria Academy
Ave Maria Academy is a private elementary school in Maple Grove, MN. Ave Maria Academy serves approximately 174 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ave Maria Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #85 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 174 students, Ave Maria Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Ave Maria Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Ave Maria Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Maple Grove, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ave Maria Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| BASSWOOD ELEMENTARY | 8.3 |
| Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech Sch | 7.4 |
| RUSH CREEK ELEMENTARY | 8.0 |
| Minnesota Excellence in Learning Ac | 5.7 |
| School #533 | — |
| OAK VIEW ELEMENTARY | 7.5 |
| RICE LAKE ELEMENTARY | 6.3 |
| CEDAR ISLAND ELEMENTARY | 6.8 |
| Maple Grove Middle School | 6.1 |
| FERNBROOK ELEMENTARY | 8.5 |
| Parnassus Prep Sch-Grammar | 6.6 |
| Parnassus Preparatory School-Logic | 5.8 |
| ELM CREEK ELEMENTARY | 6.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7000 JEWEL LN N, Maple Grove, MN 55311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ave Maria Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Woods Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores notably higher. Another option is FERNBROOK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLYMOUTH CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maple Grove, see our Maple Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BASSWOOD ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Meadow Ridge Elementary School Plymouth | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Weaver Lake Science Math & Tech Sch Maple Grove | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| RUSH CREEK ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Minnesota Excellence in Learning Ac Maple Grove | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| North Woods Elementary School Plymouth | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| WAYZATA HIGH Plymouth | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| THE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM (TAP) Plymouth | 2.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Wayzata Transition School Wayzata | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Corcoran | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| KIMBERLY LANE ELEMENTARY Plymouth | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| RICE LAKE ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| PLYMOUTH CREEK ELEMENTARY Plymouth | 3.7 mi | 8.4 |
| School #533 Maple Grove | 2.8 mi | — |
| FERNBROOK ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 3.6 mi | 8.5 |
| OAK VIEW ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| MAPLE GROVE SENIOR HIGH Maple Grove | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY Plymouth | 4.2 mi | 8.3 |
| CEDAR ISLAND ELEMENTARY Maple Grove | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Maple Grove Middle School Maple Grove | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,122
Median Home Value
$466,400
Median Rent
$1,894/mo
Population
37,873
College Educated
58.5%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richfield, MN | 7.2 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Saint Paul, MN | 7.2 |
| NEWFOLDEN ELEMENTARY Newfolden, MN | 7.2 |
| Oak Hill Montessori Community Shoreview, MN | 7.2 |
| Onamia Elementary School Onamia, MN | 7.2 |
| SOUTHLAND ELEMENTARY Adams, MN | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ave Maria Academy
What grades does Ave Maria Academy serve?
Ave Maria Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ave Maria Academy?
Ave Maria Academy has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ave Maria Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ave Maria Academy is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ave Maria Academy rank in MN?
Ave Maria Academy ranks #85 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Ave Maria Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ave Maria Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ave Maria Academy a private school?
Yes, Ave Maria Academy 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 Ave Maria Academy a religious school?
Ave Maria Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 174
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (763) 494-5387
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