Below Average
#285 of 319 private schools in MN
Holy Family School
Elementary School
231 SINCLAIR LEWIS AVE, Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#285 of 319
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Holy Family School
Elementary School in Sauk Centre · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Family School
Holy Family School is a private elementary school in Sauk Centre, MN. Holy Family School serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #285 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Holy Family 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 Holy Family School compares to the 3 public schools in Sauk Centre, MN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Sauk Centre
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Family School (this school) | 4.7 |
| SAUK CENTRE ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| SAUK CENTRE SECONDARY | 6.9 |
| Sauk Centre Middle | 4.9 |
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
231 SINCLAIR LEWIS AVE, Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Family School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MELROSE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores notably higher. Another option is OSAKIS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Osakis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY OF MT. CARMEL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Long Prairie), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sauk Centre, see our Sauk Centre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAUK CENTRE ELEMENTARY Sauk Centre | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SAUK CENTRE SECONDARY Sauk Centre | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Sauk Centre Middle Sauk Centre | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| MONTESSORI OF MELROSE Melrose | 7.4 mi | — |
| WEST CENTRAL AREA LEARNING CENTER Melrose | 7.8 mi | — |
| BEACON PROGRAM W CENTRAL ED. DIST. Melrose | 7.8 mi | — |
| WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT B-2 Melrose | 7.8 mi | — |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY Melrose | 7.8 mi | 8.2 |
| MELROSE SECONDARY Melrose | 7.9 mi | 7.6 |
| MELROSE MIDDLE Melrose | 7.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Melrose | 8.2 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOHNS-ST ANDREWS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenwald | 10.2 mi | 5.3 |
| OSAKIS ELEMENTARY Osakis | 13.2 mi | 7.4 |
| OSAKIS SECONDARY Osakis | 13.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osakis | 13.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Elementary Long Prairie | 16.6 mi | 4.6 |
| ST MARY OF MT. CARMEL SCHOOL Long Prairie | 16.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Secondary Long Prairie | 17.5 mi | 4.4 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Freeport | 13.6 mi | 4.8 |
| BELGRADE-BROOTEN-ELROSA SEC. Belgrade | 20.3 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56378 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,953
Median Home Value
$239,000
Median Rent
$780/mo
Population
8,433
College Educated
19.1%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELGRADE-BROOTEN-ELROSA ELEMENTARY Brooten, MN | 4.7 |
| DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY Buffalo, MN | 4.7 |
| HAMLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | 4.7 |
| HOOVER ELEMENTARY Rochester, MN | 4.7 |
| Hall Academy Elementary Minneapolis, MN | 4.7 |
| Nokomis Montessori South Campus Saint Paul, MN | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Family School
What grades does Holy Family School serve?
Holy Family School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Holy Family School?
Holy Family School has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Family School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Family School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Family School rank in MN?
Holy Family School ranks #285 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Holy Family School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holy Family School a private school?
Yes, Holy Family 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 Holy Family School a religious school?
Holy Family School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 254
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Stearns County
- Phone
- (320) 352-6535
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