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#37 of 318 private schools in MN

Top 11% of private schools

Our Lady of Peace

Elementary School

5435 11TH AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55417

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

173

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Minneapolis

#3 of 20

public schools

Minnesota elementary schools

#18 of 222

About Our Lady of Peace

OUR LADY OF PEACE is an elementary school located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, offering education from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. With a total enrollment of 173 students and a student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1, the school provides personalized attention to each child's learning needs. The dedicated teaching staff consists of 14 full-time equivalent teachers who work closely with families to support their students' educational journey.

OUR LADY OF PEACE has received an overall rating of 5.8 out of 10 from MySchoolScout, placing it in the 41st percentile among Minnesota schools. While specific test score data is not available, the school focuses on fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for all its students. Located within a large city setting, OUR LADY OF PEACE benefits from being part of an urban community that offers diverse cultural experiences and resources for learning.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 173 students, Our Lady of Peace is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Our Lady of Peace operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$70,651
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$64,198
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.91x — Tight
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
64%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$30.6M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 173 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Our Lady of Peace compares to 105 public schools serving similar grades in Minneapolis, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
This School
vs
15.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
173
This School
vs
285
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.9
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 67.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 18.5% vs 0%
Black 8.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.3% vs 0%
Our Lady of Peace Minneapolis Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady of Peace (this school) 7.9
HALE ELEMENTARY 8.5
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus 7.3
Hennepin Schools Upper Campus 5.4
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary 6.8
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop 6.7
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-Northrop 4.1
Field Elementary 8.5
Windom Elementary 8.1
Justice Page Middle 5.9
SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL 8.3
Lake Nokomis Keewaydin Elementary 7.5
KENNY ELEMENTARY 8.7
Stonebridge World School 6.1
CVA Fusion Elementary School (K-5) 9.3
CVA Fusion Middle School (6-8) 5.3
CVA PASCAL Middle & High School 3.7
CVA PASCAL Elementary School (K-5)
Anthony Middle 7.7
BANCROFT ELEMENTARY 9.4
NORTHROP ELEMENTARY 7.6

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

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,400
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 50%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 173
View data sources

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)

White 67.1%
Hispanic 18.5%
Black 8.7%
Asian 2.3%
Pacific Islander 1.7%
Native American 1.2%
Two or More 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5435 11TH AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55417

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Peace may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BANCROFT ELEMENTARY (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HALE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Field Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
HALE ELEMENTARY Minneapolis 0.1 mi 8.5
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus Minneapolis 1.0 mi 7.3
Hennepin Schools Upper Campus Minneapolis 1.0 mi 5.4
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop Minneapolis 1.0 mi 6.7
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-Northrop Minneapolis 1.1 mi 4.1
MAYFLOWER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Minneapolis 0.9 mi
Field Elementary Minneapolis 1.1 mi 8.5
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary Minneapolis 1.0 mi 6.8
WATERSHED HIGH SCHOOL Richfield 1.4 mi 8.2
SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL Minneapolis 1.3 mi 8.3
Justice Page Middle Minneapolis 1.2 mi 5.9
Windom Elementary Minneapolis 1.2 mi 8.1
EL COLEGIO CHARTER SCHOOL Minneapolis 1.7 mi 7.5
Washburn High Minneapolis 1.3 mi 8.0
PARTNERSHIP ACADEMY INC. Richfield 1.7 mi 5.8
RICHFIELD STEM SCHOOL Richfield 2.0 mi 7.9
ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Minneapolis 1.4 mi 6.8
RICHFIELD DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Richfield 2.0 mi 5.6
Lake Nokomis Keewaydin Elementary Minneapolis 1.4 mi 7.5
BANCROFT ELEMENTARY Minneapolis 2.0 mi 9.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,639

Median Home Value

$368,400

Median Rent

$1,377/mo

Population

25,677

College Educated

61.9%

Homeownership

82.5%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

40.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Our Lady of Peace has a median household income of $122,639. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $368,400, with a median rent of $1,377/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST CLOUD CAMPUS Saint Cloud, MN 7.9
Banaadir Elementary Minneapolis, MN 7.9
Bultum Academy Columbia Heights, MN 7.9
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED Edina, MN 7.9
FISHER ELEMENTARY Fisher, MN 7.9
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary Columbia Heights, MN 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Peace

What grades does Our Lady of Peace serve?

Our Lady of Peace serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Peace?

Our Lady of Peace has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Peace?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Peace is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady of Peace rank in MN?

Our Lady of Peace is ranked #37 out of 318 private schools in MN.

What is Our Lady of Peace's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Peace has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady of Peace a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of Peace 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 Our Lady of Peace a religious school?

Our Lady of Peace has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
79 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (6,330/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Minneapolis). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
173
Gender Split
75% M / 25% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large City
County
HENNEPIN
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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