Very Good
#37 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 11% of private schools
Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley
High School
1835 NORTHWESTERN BLVD, Stillwater, MN 55082
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#37 of 319
In Stillwater
#1 of 4
public schools
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Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley
High School in Stillwater · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley
Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley is a private high school in Stillwater, MN. Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley 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.
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley 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 Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Stillwater, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley (this school) | 7.9 |
| STILLWATER DIST. SPECIAL SERVICES | — |
| Bridge Transition Program | — |
| STILLWATER AREA HIGH SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| ST CROIX VALLEY AREA LEARNING CNTR. | 5.7 |
| WCJC | — |
| NEW HEIGHTS SCHOOL INC. | 5.9 |
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY UPPER | 9.3 |
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
1835 NORTHWESTERN BLVD, Stillwater, MN 55082
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY UPPER (rated 9.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW HEIGHTS SCHOOL INC. (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, STILLWATER AREA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Stillwater, see our Stillwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LILY LAKE ELEMENTARY Stillwater | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Stillwater Middle School Stillwater | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| GATE 4/5 Stillwater | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| A/O PROGRAM White Bear Lake | 0.9 mi | — |
| STILLWATER SPECIAL SERVICES-ECSE Stillwater | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW HEIGHTS SCHOOL INC. Stillwater | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| STILLWATER DIST. SPECIAL SERVICES Stillwater | 1.1 mi | — |
| Bridge Transition Program Stillwater | 1.1 mi | — |
| STILLWATER AREA HIGH SCHOOL Stillwater | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ST CROIX VALLEY AREA LEARNING CNTR. Stillwater | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| STONEBRIDGE ELEMENTARY Stillwater | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stillwater | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| ST CROIX CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stillwater | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| WCJC Stillwater | 1.3 mi | — |
| Marine Area Community School Stillwater | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| RUTHERFORD ELEMENTARY Stillwater | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER Stillwater | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| St. Croix Prep Academy Middle Stillwater | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY UPPER Stillwater | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-STILLWATER Bayport | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,538
Median Home Value
$459,500
Median Rent
$1,439/mo
Population
36,414
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
44.8
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|---|---|
| CAMPBELL-TINTAH SECONDARY Campbell, MN | 7.9 |
| COMFREY SECONDARY Comfrey, MN | 7.9 |
| GRYGLA SECONDARY Grygla, MN | 7.9 |
| NORTHLAND LEARNING CENTER 010 Virginia, MN | 8.1 |
| Tower View Alternative High School Red Wing, MN | 8.2 |
| A. G. A. P. E. TEEN PARENT Saint Paul, MN | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley
What grades does Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley serve?
Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley?
Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley?
The student-teacher ratio at Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley rank in MN?
Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley ranks #37 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley's MySchoolScout rating?
Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley a private school?
Yes, Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley 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 Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley a religious school?
Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (651) 504-2638
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