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#173 of 319 private schools in MN
New Ulm Area Catholic Schools
School
600 N WASHINGTON ST, New Ulm, MN 56073
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#173 of 319
In New Ulm
#1 of 4
public schools
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New Ulm Area Catholic Schools
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About New Ulm Area Catholic Schools
New Ulm Area Catholic Schools is a private school in New Ulm, MN. New Ulm Area Catholic Schools serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. New Ulm Area Catholic Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
New Ulm Area Catholic Schools 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 New Ulm Area Catholic Schools compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in New Ulm, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Ulm Area Catholic Schools (this school) | 6.2 |
| Washington Learning Center | 5.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY | 4.9 |
| NEW ULM MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| NEW ULM HIGH SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| RIVER BEND AREA LEARNING CENTER | 6.7 |
| RIVER BEND EARLY CHILDHOOD PROG. | — |
| IMPRINTS PROGRAM | — |
| W.O.R.K. Program | — |
| R.I.S.E. Program | — |
| Raptor Program | — |
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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
600 N WASHINGTON ST, New Ulm, MN 56073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Ulm Area Catholic Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. NEW ULM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW ULM MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GFW High School (rated 7.0/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Winthrop), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Ulm, see our New Ulm schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Ulm | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Washington Learning Center New Ulm | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY New Ulm | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| NEW ULM MIDDLE SCHOOL New Ulm | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW ULM HIGH SCHOOL New Ulm | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| RIVER BEND AREA LEARNING CENTER New Ulm | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| RIVER BEND EARLY CHILDHOOD PROG. New Ulm | 1.6 mi | — |
| IMPRINTS PROGRAM New Ulm | 1.6 mi | — |
| W.O.R.K. Program New Ulm | 1.6 mi | — |
| R.I.S.E. Program New Ulm | 1.6 mi | — |
| Raptor Program New Ulm | 1.6 mi | — |
| MINNESOTA VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL New Ulm | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| AMAZING GRACE VIRTUAL ACADEMY New Ulm | 4.2 mi | 4.6 |
| GFW Elementary School Gibbon | 15.2 mi | 6.3 |
| PRAIRIE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Gibbon | 15.4 mi | 6.2 |
| GFW High School Winthrop | 16.4 mi | 7.0 |
| GFW Middle School Winthrop | 16.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL K-12 Sleepy Eye | 12.6 mi | 7.0 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sleepy Eye | 12.9 mi | — |
| SLEEPY EYE ELEMENTARY Sleepy Eye | 12.9 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,698
Median Home Value
$207,600
Median Rent
$978/mo
Population
17,325
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
14 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
41.4
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| SOUTHWEST MN CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Edgerton, MN | 5.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Ulm Area Catholic Schools
What grades does New Ulm Area Catholic Schools serve?
New Ulm Area Catholic Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend New Ulm Area Catholic Schools?
New Ulm Area Catholic Schools has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Ulm Area Catholic Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at New Ulm Area Catholic Schools is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Ulm Area Catholic Schools rank in MN?
New Ulm Area Catholic Schools ranks #173 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is New Ulm Area Catholic Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
New Ulm Area Catholic Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Ulm Area Catholic Schools a private school?
Yes, New Ulm Area Catholic Schools 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 New Ulm Area Catholic Schools a religious school?
New Ulm Area Catholic Schools has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Brown County
- Phone
- (507) 354-2719
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