Excellent
#15 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 4% of private schools
Chesterton Academy
High School
5300 FRANCE AVE S, Edina, MN 55410
Enrollment
142
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
142
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#15 of 319
In Edina
#1 of 3
public schools
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Chesterton Academy
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About Chesterton Academy
Chesterton Academy is a private high school in Edina, MN. Chesterton Academy serves approximately 142 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Chesterton Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 142 students, Chesterton 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.
Chesterton 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 Chesterton Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Edina, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chesterton Academy (this school) | 8.4 |
| SPECIAL ED-NON PUBLIC | — |
| Edina Secondary Virtual Pathway | — |
| EDINA SENIOR HIGH | 6.9 |
| OPTIONS AT EDINA HIGH SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| School #532 | — |
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
5300 FRANCE AVE S, Edina, MN 55410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chesterton Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lake Harriet Upper Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE HARRIET LOWER ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ARMATAGE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edina, see our Edina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Agamim Classical Academy Edina | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| CARONDELET CATHOLIC Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Southwest High Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Lake Harriet Upper Elementary Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 9.7 |
| SOUTH VIEW MIDDLE Edina | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| CONCORD ELEMENTARY Edina | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ARMATAGE ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED Edina | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| SPECIAL ED-NON PUBLIC Edina | 1.1 mi | — |
| Edina Secondary Virtual Pathway Edina | 1.1 mi | — |
| GOLDEN YEARS Edina | 1.4 mi | — |
| NORMANDALE ELEMENTARY Edina | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| CARONDELET CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (DBA: AVAIL ACADEMY) Minneapolis | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Edina | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| LAKE HARRIET LOWER ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| AVAIL ACADEMY - EDINA Edina | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Edina | 1.6 mi | — |
| SUSAN LINDGREN ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| SHERIDAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Richfield | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,973
Median Home Value
$597,400
Median Rent
$1,622/mo
Population
20,361
College Educated
77.5%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BATTLE LAKE SECONDARY Battle Lake, MN | 8.4 |
| BADGER SECONDARY Badger, MN | 8.5 |
| LAFAYETTE SECONDARY Red Lake Falls, MN | 8.5 |
| MABEL-CANTON SECONDARY Mabel, MN | 8.6 |
| Red Lake County Central High School Oklee, MN | 8.2 |
| 6-12th Grade Building Graceville, MN | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chesterton Academy
What grades does Chesterton Academy serve?
Chesterton Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Chesterton Academy?
Chesterton Academy has an enrollment of approximately 142 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chesterton Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Chesterton Academy is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Chesterton Academy rank in MN?
Chesterton Academy ranks #15 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Chesterton Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Chesterton Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 a private school?
Yes, Chesterton 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 Chesterton Academy a religious school?
Chesterton Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 142
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (952) 378-1779
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