Excellent
#28 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 9% of private schools
Minnehaha Academy Lower School
Elementary School
4200 W RIVER PKWY, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#28 of 319
In Minneapolis
#2 of 20
public schools
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Minnehaha Academy Lower School
Elementary School in Minneapolis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Minnehaha Academy Lower School
Minnehaha Academy Lower School is a private elementary school in Minneapolis, MN. Minnehaha Academy Lower School serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Minnehaha Academy Lower School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Minnehaha Academy Lower School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Minnehaha Academy Lower 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 Minnehaha Academy Lower School compares to 105 public schools serving similar grades in Minneapolis, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Minnehaha Academy Lower School (this school) | 8.1 |
| HIAWATHA ELEMENTARY | 5.2 |
| DOWLING ELEMENTARY | 7.3 |
| Howe Elementary | 8.9 |
| Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm | 2.3 |
| SANFORD MIDDLE | 7.2 |
| NORTHROP ELEMENTARY | 9.2 |
| Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary | 7.8 |
| Lake Nokomis Keewaydin Elementary | 7.5 |
| CVA Fusion Elementary School (K-5) | 8.7 |
| CVA Fusion Middle School (6-8) | 4.5 |
| CVA PASCAL Middle & High School | 4.3 |
| CVA PASCAL Elementary School (K-5) | — |
| Longfellow Alternative High | 6.4 |
| Bdote Learning Center | 6.8 |
| Hiawatha Collegiate High School | 4.9 |
| Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield | 3.4 |
| Folwell Elementary | 4.6 |
| SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY | 6.3 |
| Anishinabe Academy Elementary | 5.4 |
| Universal Academy Elementary | 6.5 |
Showing 20 of 105 schools. View all schools in Minneapolis
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4200 W RIVER PKWY, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minnehaha Academy Lower School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHROP ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Howe Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CVA Fusion Elementary School (K-5) (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DOWLING ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| HIAWATHA ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SUNNY HOLLOW MONTESSORI Saint Paul | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Howe Elementary Minneapolis | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| SANFORD MIDDLE Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 2.3 |
| MINNEHAHA ACADEMY - UPPER SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| NORTHROP ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| GROVELAND PARK ELEMENTARY Saint Paul | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGHLAND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ST CATHERINE UNIVERSITY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Saint Paul | 1.2 mi | — |
| NATIVITY OF OUR LORD SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Roosevelt High Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt High - SWS Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | — |
| CVA PASCAL Middle & High School Minneapolis | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| CVA PASCAL Elementary School (K-5) Minneapolis | 1.8 mi | — |
| CVA Fusion Elementary School (K-5) Minneapolis | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| CVA Fusion Middle School (6-8) Minneapolis | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| CVA Fusion High School (9-12) Minneapolis | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,865
Median Home Value
$335,500
Median Rent
$1,276/mo
Population
35,863
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
39.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLEARBROOK-GONVICK ELEMENTARY Clearbrook, MN | 8.1 |
| CONGDON ELEMENTARY Duluth, MN | 8.1 |
| FALLS ELEMENTARY International Falls, MN | 8.1 |
| JONATHAN ELEMENTARY Chaska, MN | 8.1 |
| Pine Meadow Primary School Sartell, MN | 8.1 |
| SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON Golden Valley, MN | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minnehaha Academy Lower School
What grades does Minnehaha Academy Lower School serve?
Minnehaha Academy Lower School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Minnehaha Academy Lower School?
Minnehaha Academy Lower School has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minnehaha Academy Lower School?
The student-teacher ratio at Minnehaha Academy Lower School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Minnehaha Academy Lower School rank in MN?
Minnehaha Academy Lower School ranks #28 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Minnehaha Academy Lower School's MySchoolScout rating?
Minnehaha Academy Lower School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Minnehaha Academy Lower School a private school?
Yes, Minnehaha Academy Lower School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Minnehaha Academy Lower School a religious school?
Minnehaha Academy Lower School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 454
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (612) 722-9527
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