Excellent
#9 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 3% of private schools
Maplewood Academy
High School
700 MAIN ST N, Hutchinson, MN 55350
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#9 of 319
In Hutchinson
#1 of 4
public schools
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Maplewood Academy
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About Maplewood Academy
Maplewood Academy is a private high school in Hutchinson, MN. Maplewood Academy serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Maplewood Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 70 students, Maplewood 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.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Maplewood Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Maplewood 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 Maplewood Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Hutchinson, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Maplewood Academy (this school) | 8.6 |
| HUTCHINSON TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PG | — |
| HUTCHINSON SENIOR HIGH | 6.1 |
| CROW RIVER AREA LEARNING CENTER | — |
| CORNERSTONE | — |
| HUTCHINSON NIGHT ALT LEARNING CTR | — |
| New Century Academy | 5.1 |
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
700 MAIN ST N, Hutchinson, MN 55350
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maplewood Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DASSEL-COKATO SENIOR HIGH (rated 6.9/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Cokato), a more accessible option. Another option is HUTCHINSON SENIOR HIGH (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, New Century Academy (rated 5.1/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hutchinson, see our Hutchinson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHWOODS SDA ELEMENTARY Hutchinson | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| HUTCHINSON PARK ELEMENTARY Hutchinson | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| HUTCHINSON TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PG Hutchinson | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST ANASTASIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hutchinson | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| NEW DISCOVERIES MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hutchinson | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| HUTCHINSON SENIOR HIGH Hutchinson | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| CROW RIVER AREA LEARNING CENTER Hutchinson | 1.7 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONE Hutchinson | 1.7 mi | — |
| HUTCHINSON NIGHT ALT LEARNING CTR Hutchinson | 1.7 mi | — |
| HUTCHINSON MIDDLE Hutchinson | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| HUTCHINSON MIDDLE SCHOOL A.L.C. Hutchinson | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Hutchinson Tiger Elementary Hutchinson | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| HUTCHINSON WEST ELEMENTARY Hutchinson | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| New Century Academy Hutchinson | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hutchinson | 4.6 mi | 2.4 |
| LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY Glencoe | 8.5 mi | 7.2 |
| DASSEL ELEMENTARY Dassel | 12.9 mi | 8.8 |
| DASSEL-COKATO SENIOR HIGH Cokato | 14.1 mi | 6.9 |
| DASSEL-COKATO MIDDLE Cokato | 14.1 mi | 8.2 |
| COKATO ELEMENTARY Cokato | 14.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55350 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,663
Median Home Value
$238,600
Median Rent
$934/mo
Population
18,567
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
73.9%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SALEM ACADEMY Eden Prairie, MN | 8.6 |
| TRI-COUNTY SECONDARY Karlstad, MN | 8.5 |
| Tower View Alternative High School Red Wing, MN | 8.2 |
| LANCASTER SECONDARY Lancaster, MN | 8.0 |
| CAMPBELL-TINTAH SECONDARY Campbell, MN | 7.9 |
| CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF THE ST CROIX VALLEY Stillwater, MN | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maplewood Academy
What grades does Maplewood Academy serve?
Maplewood Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Maplewood Academy?
Maplewood Academy has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maplewood Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Maplewood Academy is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Maplewood Academy rank in MN?
Maplewood Academy ranks #9 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Maplewood Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Maplewood Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Maplewood Academy a private school?
Yes, Maplewood Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Maplewood Academy a religious school?
Maplewood Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 70
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- McLeod County
- Phone
- (320) 587-2830
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