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#207 of 319 private schools in MN
Good Shepherd School
Elementary School
145 JERSEY AVE S, Golden Valley, MN 55426
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#207 of 319
In Golden Valley
#1 of 2
public schools
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Good Shepherd School
Elementary School in Golden Valley · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Good Shepherd School
Good Shepherd School is a private elementary school in Golden Valley, MN. Good Shepherd School serves approximately 268 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Good Shepherd School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #207 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Good Shepherd 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 Good Shepherd School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Golden Valley, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd School (this school) | 5.9 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY | 8.0 |
| VirtualEDU ELementary | 4.6 |
| VirtualEDU Secondary | — |
| Notre Ecole Academy | 7.3 |
| SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON | 8.1 |
| Robbinsdale Virtual Academy | 4.5 |
| Sandburg Middle School | 4.0 |
| Robbinsdale Virtual Academy K-5 | — |
| NOBLE ELEMENTARY | 4.3 |
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.
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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
145 JERSEY AVE S, Golden Valley, MN 55426
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Louis Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Golden Valley, see our Golden Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEACEFUL VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Golden Valley | 0.5 mi | — |
| PERPICH CENTER FOR ARTS EDUCATION Golden Valley | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY Golden Valley | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ST. LOUIS PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Louis Park | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Notre Ecole Academy Golden Valley | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| VirtualEDU ELementary Golden Valley | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| VirtualEDU Secondary Golden Valley | 1.0 mi | — |
| PETER HOBART ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON Golden Valley | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| BRECK SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| KING OF GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Golden Valley | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| HIGHVIEW ALC Golden Valley | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Sandburg Middle School Golden Valley | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Robbinsdale Virtual Academy Golden Valley | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Robbinsdale Virtual Academy K-5 Golden Valley | 1.9 mi | — |
| TRANSITION PLUS Hopkins | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| BENILDE-ST MARGARET'S SCHOOL Saint Louis Park | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| NEILL ELEMENTARY Crystal | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Saint Louis Park | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| ST. LOUIS PARK SENIOR HIGH Saint Louis Park | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,887
Median Home Value
$345,000
Median Rent
$1,512/mo
Population
25,451
College Educated
56.3%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Keewatin-Nashwauk Elementary School Keewatin, MN | 5.9 |
| ST BONIFACE SCHOOL Cold Spring, MN | 5.9 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rosemount, MN | 5.9 |
| CARONDELET CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis, MN | 6.0 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY Richfield, MN | 6.0 |
| LANESBORO ELEMENTARY Lanesboro, MN | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd School
What grades does Good Shepherd School serve?
Good Shepherd School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd School?
Good Shepherd School has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Good Shepherd School rank in MN?
Good Shepherd School ranks #207 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Good Shepherd School's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Good Shepherd School a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd 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 Good Shepherd School a religious school?
Good Shepherd School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 268
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (763) 545-4285
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