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#149 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 46% of private schools
John Ireland School
Elementary School
1801 W BROADWAY AVE, Saint Peter, MN 56082
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#149 of 319
In Saint Peter
#1 of 2
public schools
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John Ireland School
Elementary School in Saint Peter · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Ireland School
John Ireland School is a private elementary school in Saint Peter, MN. John Ireland School serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John Ireland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, John Ireland School 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 8.7:1 students to teachers, John Ireland School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
John Ireland 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 John Ireland School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Saint Peter, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John Ireland School (this school) | 6.4 |
| St. Peter Middle School | 5.8 |
| ST. PETER ECSE | 5.8 |
| North Elementary School | 7.6 |
| South Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Minnesota Valley School | — |
| MN VALLEY ED. DIST. EARLY CHILDHOOD | — |
| Minnesota River School | — |
| Oshawa Learning Academy | — |
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
1801 W BROADWAY AVE, Saint Peter, MN 56082
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Ireland School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Peter, see our Saint Peter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Peter High School Saint Peter | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| St. Peter Middle School Saint Peter | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ST. PETER ECSE Saint Peter | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| North Elementary School Saint Peter | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| South Elementary School Saint Peter | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Peter | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Minnesota Valley School Saint Peter | 1.1 mi | — |
| MN VALLEY ED. DIST. EARLY CHILDHOOD Saint Peter | 1.1 mi | — |
| Minnesota River School Saint Peter | 1.1 mi | — |
| ROCK BEND HS ALC Saint Peter | 1.1 mi | — |
| Oshawa Learning Academy Saint Peter | 1.5 mi | — |
| ZIEBARTH ALTERNATIVE LEARNING Le Sueur | 8.9 mi | 4.9 |
| CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY Cleveland | 7.0 mi | 8.8 |
| CLEVELAND SECONDARY Cleveland | 7.0 mi | 7.0 |
| PARK ELEMENTARY Le Sueur | 9.4 mi | 6.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mankato | 10.0 mi | 7.5 |
| LE SUEUR-HENDERSON HIGH SCHOOL Le Sueur | 9.4 mi | 7.0 |
| LE SUEUR-HENDERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Le Sueur | 9.4 mi | 7.6 |
| LOYOLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mankato | 10.4 mi | 8.3 |
| ST ANNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Le Sueur | 9.8 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,332
Median Home Value
$263,500
Median Rent
$952/mo
Population
14,512
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COMFREY ELEMENTARY Comfrey, MN | 6.4 |
| PRAIRE LUTHERAN SCHOOL UPPER SITE Fairfax, MN | 6.4 |
| SCHOOL OF ST PHILIP Litchfield, MN | 6.4 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairmont, MN | 6.4 |
| WORTHINGTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Worthington, MN | 6.4 |
| ST RAPHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springfield, MN | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Ireland School
What grades does John Ireland School serve?
John Ireland School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend John Ireland School?
John Ireland School has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Ireland School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Ireland School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does John Ireland School rank in MN?
John Ireland School ranks #149 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is John Ireland School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Ireland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is John Ireland School a private school?
Yes, John Ireland 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 John Ireland School a religious school?
John Ireland School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Nicollet County
- Phone
- (507) 931-2810
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