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#184 of 319 private schools in MN
Benilde-st Margaret's School
High School
2501 HWY 100 S, Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
Enrollment
1,194
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
1,194
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#184 of 319
In Saint Louis Park
#4 of 4
public schools
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About Benilde-st Margaret's School
Benilde-st Margaret's School is a private high school in Saint Louis Park, MN. Benilde-st Margaret's School serves approximately 1,194 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Benilde-st Margaret's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #184 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Benilde-st Margaret's School 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.
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Student Demographics
All Schools in Saint Louis Park
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benilde-st Margaret's School (this school) | 6.0 |
| PETER HOBART ELEMENTARY | 5.2 |
| ST. LOUIS PARK SENIOR HIGH | 6.3 |
| SPECIAL ED. | — |
| ST. LOUIS PARK SPECIAL ED. PROGRAM | 8.1 |
| ST. LOUIS PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| SUSAN LINDGREN ELEMENTARY | 7.5 |
| AQUILA ELEMENTARY | 6.2 |
| PARK SPANISH IMMERSION 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.
Data Unavailable
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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
2501 HWY 100 S, Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benilde-st Margaret's School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PERPICH CENTER FOR ARTS EDUCATION (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Golden Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVA OF MINNEAPOLIS (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST. LOUIS PARK SENIOR HIGH (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saint Louis Park, see our Saint Louis Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TORAH ACADEMY Saint Louis Park | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park | 0.7 mi | — |
| AMOS AND CELIA HEILICHER MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SC Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| YESHIVA OF MINNEAPOLIS Saint Louis Park | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SCHOOL INC. Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Saint Louis Park | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| PETER HOBART ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| VirtualEDU ELementary Golden Valley | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| VirtualEDU Secondary Golden Valley | 1.4 mi | — |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY Golden Valley | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| BRECK SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST. LOUIS PARK SENIOR HIGH Saint Louis Park | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| SPECIAL ED. Saint Louis Park | 1.4 mi | — |
| TRANSITION PLUS Hopkins | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ST. LOUIS PARK SPECIAL ED. PROGRAM Saint Louis Park | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| METROPOLITAN OPEN SCHOOL Saint Louis Park | 1.6 mi | — |
| SUSAN LINDGREN ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| PERPICH CENTER FOR ARTS EDUCATION Golden Valley | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Anwatin Middle Minneapolis | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,926
Median Home Value
$457,300
Median Rent
$1,701/mo
Population
34,905
College Educated
73.2%
Homeownership
49.8%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alexandria Area High School Alexandria, MN | 6.0 |
| WILLMAR SENIOR HIGH Willmar, MN | 6.0 |
| BEMIDJI SENIOR HIGH Bemidji, MN | 5.9 |
| Edison High Minneapolis, MN | 6.1 |
| HUTCHINSON SENIOR HIGH Hutchinson, MN | 6.1 |
| KENNEDY SENIOR HIGH Bloomington, MN | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benilde-st Margaret's School
What grades does Benilde-st Margaret's School serve?
Benilde-st Margaret's School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Benilde-st Margaret's School?
Benilde-st Margaret's School has an enrollment of approximately 1,194 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benilde-st Margaret's School?
The student-teacher ratio at Benilde-st Margaret's School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Benilde-st Margaret's School rank in MN?
Benilde-st Margaret's School ranks #184 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Benilde-st Margaret's School's MySchoolScout rating?
Benilde-st Margaret's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Benilde-st Margaret's School a private school?
Yes, Benilde-st Margaret's School 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 Benilde-st Margaret's School a religious school?
Benilde-st Margaret's School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,194
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 94
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (952) 927-4176
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