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#2 of 319 private schools in MN

Top 1% of private schools

Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy

Elementary School

400 5TH AVE SW, Rochester, MN 55902

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

110

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

110

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Minnesota private schools

#2 of 319

In Rochester

#1 of 8

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About Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy

Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy is a private elementary school in Rochester, MN. Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy serves approximately 110 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 319 private schools in MN.

How it compares2.4 pts above MN schools

8.8

This school 8.8 · Excellent
MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 110 students, Rochester Arts & Sciences 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.

Rochester Arts & Sciences 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

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How Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Rochester, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.1:1

This School

13.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

110

This School

284

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

8.8

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 40% vs 0%

Asian 18.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.8% vs 0%

Black 0.9% vs 0%

Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy Rochester Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy (this school)	—	110	10.1:1	8.8
RIVERSIDE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY	0.7 mi	388	10.2:1	3.2
FOLWELL ELEMENTARY	0.8 mi	331	19.5:1	7.6
Lincoln K-8 District-Wide School	1.1 mi	488	18.1:1	6.6
Washington District-Wide Elementary	1.2 mi	325	16.2:1	5.4
ROCHESTER MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY	1.3 mi	419	34.9:1	3.9
Rochester Phoenix Academy	1.5 mi	81	4.8:1	6.3
CARE & TREATMENT HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND	1.5 mi	4	—:1	—
Care & Treatment at ESC	1.5 mi	5	5:1	—
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY	1.5 mi	488	14.4:1	8.7
SUNSET TERRACE ELEMENTARY	1.9 mi	412	12.9:1	5.1
Montessori at Franklin Elementary	1.9 mi	174	14.5:1	6.8
FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY	1.9 mi	492	12.3:1	4.3
Hoover Early Learning School	1.9 mi	194	5.5:1	5.8
HOOVER ELEMENTARY	1.9 mi	240	15:1	4.7
Early Childhood Assessment	1.9 mi	2	—:1	—
ECSE Community	1.9 mi	30	—:1	—
Southeast Regional Crisis Center	2.0 mi	5	—:1	—
CHURCHILL ELEMENTARY	2.1 mi	195	16.2:1	5.6
ELTON HILLS ELEMENTARY	2.3 mi	323	13.5:1	4.5
BAMBER VALLEY ELEMENTARY	2.4 mi	613	15.7:1	6.0

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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

A- 7.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.1:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.8 / 10

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School Day Length 7.4 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,383.8

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 65%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 110

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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)

White 40.0%

Two or More 39.1%

Asian 18.2%

Hispanic 1.8%

Black 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

400 5TH AVE SW, Rochester, MN 55902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is FOLWELL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST PIUS X SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Project Search Mayo Clinic Rochester	0.2 mi	9	—
RIVERSIDE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Rochester	0.7 mi	388	3.2
Rochester Academy-Idp Living(RAIL) Rochester	0.9 mi	73	5.8
Middle School Right Fit Rochester	0.9 mi	27	—
FOLWELL ELEMENTARY Rochester	0.8 mi	331	7.6
Rochester Beacon Academy Rochester	0.9 mi	95	7.4
Washington District-Wide Elementary Rochester	1.2 mi	325	5.4
ROCHESTER MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY Rochester	1.3 mi	419	3.9
ROCHESTER STEM ACADEMY Rochester	1.3 mi	116	6.0
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Rochester	1.3 mi	158	7.0
Lincoln K-8 District-Wide School Rochester	1.1 mi	488	6.6
ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Rochester	1.1 mi	354	6.5
JOHN MARSHALL SENIOR HIGH Rochester	1.4 mi	1,521	5.0
Rochester Phoenix Academy Rochester	1.5 mi	81	6.3
CARE & TREATMENT HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND Rochester	1.5 mi	4	—
Care & Treatment at ESC Rochester	1.5 mi	5	—
AMBASSADOR ACADEMY Rochester	1.7 mi	18	—
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Rochester	1.5 mi	488	8.7
KELLOGG MIDDLE Rochester	1.7 mi	781	4.5
Mayo Senior High Rochester	1.6 mi	1,820	5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,879

Median Home Value

$430,100

Median Rent

$1,580/mo

Population

25,988

College Educated

65.6%

Homeownership

72.5%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

40.9

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CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY Saint Paul, MN	138	8.8
NASHA SHKOLA CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn Park, MN	106	8.9
CLIMAX ELEMENTARY Climax, MN	79	8.7
MATERNITY OF MARY - ST ANDREW SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN	138	8.7
MINNESOTA WALDORF Maplewood, MN	105	8.6
OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SCHOOL Mound, MN	121	8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy

What grades does Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy serve?

Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy?

Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy has an enrollment of approximately 110 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy rank in MN?

Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy ranks #2 of 319 private schools in MN.

What is Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy a private school?

Yes, Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy a religious school?

No, Rochester Arts & Sciences Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 89 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 77 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 110
Gender Split: 44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 11
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.4 hours
Days Per Year: 187 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Olmsted County
Phone: (507) 206-4646

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