Very Good
#70 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 22% of private schools
Divine Mercy Catholic School
Elementary School
15 3RD AVE SW, Faribault, MN 55021
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#70 of 319
In Faribault
#2 of 4
public schools
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About Divine Mercy Catholic School
Divine Mercy Catholic School is a private elementary school in Faribault, MN. Divine Mercy Catholic School serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Divine Mercy Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Divine Mercy Catholic 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Divine Mercy Catholic School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Faribault, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Divine Mercy Catholic School (this school) | 7.3 |
| MN ACADEMY FOR THE BLIND | 6.1 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY | 4.9 |
| MN ACADEMY FOR THE DEAF | 6.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY | 4.8 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY | 4.2 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION | — |
| Falcons Online Academy-Middle | — |
| CANNON RIVER STEM SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| Alexander Learning Academy | 7.1 |
| Laura Baker SUN Program | — |
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
15 3RD AVE SW, Faribault, MN 55021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Divine Mercy Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MEDFORD ELEMENTARY (rated 5.9/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Medford), a more accessible option. Another option is FARIBAULT LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 4.9/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Faribault, see our Faribault schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BETHLEHEM ACADEMY Faribault | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| FARIBAULT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Faribault | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| FARIBAULT SENIOR HIGH Faribault | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| MN ACADEMY FOR THE BLIND Faribault | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MN ACADEMY FOR THE DEAF Faribault | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Faribault | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Faribault | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Discovery Public School - Faribault Faribault | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| SHATTUCK-ST. MARYS SCHOOL Faribault | 1.1 mi | 9.5 |
| FARIBAULT MIDDLE Faribault | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Faribault | 1.4 mi | — |
| Falcons Online Academy-Middle Faribault | 1.4 mi | — |
| Falcons Online Academy-HS Faribault | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY Faribault | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| CANNON RIVER STEM SCHOOL Faribault | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| FARIBAULT AREA LEARNING CENTER Faribault | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Alexander Learning Academy Faribault | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Laura Baker SUN Program Faribault | 1.6 mi | — |
| CVSEC STEP Faribault | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| MEDFORD ELEMENTARY Medford | 8.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,296
Median Home Value
$267,600
Median Rent
$1,044/mo
Population
30,860
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
40.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FRIENDS SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA Saint Paul, MN | 7.3 |
| ISLE ELEMENTARY Isle, MN | 7.3 |
| MABEL-CANTON ELEMENTARY Mabel, MN | 7.3 |
| MMSA Elementary School Saint Paul, MN | 7.3 |
| NAYTAHWAUSH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Naytahwaush, MN | 7.3 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL OF LITTLE CANADA Little Canada, MN | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Divine Mercy Catholic School
What grades does Divine Mercy Catholic School serve?
Divine Mercy Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Divine Mercy Catholic School?
Divine Mercy Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Divine Mercy Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Divine Mercy Catholic School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Divine Mercy Catholic School rank in MN?
Divine Mercy Catholic School ranks #70 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Divine Mercy Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Divine Mercy Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Divine Mercy Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Divine Mercy Catholic 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 Divine Mercy Catholic School a religious school?
Divine Mercy Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 221
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Rice County
- Phone
- (507) 334-7706
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