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#146 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 46% of private schools
Shakopee Area Catholic School
Elementary School
2700 17TH AVE E, Shakopee, MN 55379
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#146 of 319
In Shakopee
#1 of 2
public schools
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Shakopee Area Catholic School
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About Shakopee Area Catholic School
Shakopee Area Catholic School is a private elementary school in Shakopee, MN. Shakopee Area Catholic School serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Shakopee Area Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Shakopee Area Catholic 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 Shakopee Area Catholic School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Shakopee, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shakopee Area Catholic School (this school) | 6.4 |
| SUN PATH ELEMENTARY | 6.9 |
| Shakopee East Middle School | 6.4 |
| SWMetro Online Learning | 4.7 |
| SWMetro Reflections | — |
| Shakopee West Middle School | 6.5 |
| SWMetro Passageways | — |
| JACKSON ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
| EAGLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| SWEENEY ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| RED OAK ELEMENTARY | 6.4 |
| SPECIAL SERVICES | 6.9 |
| Sabers Online Middle School | — |
| Aspire Academy Elementary | 4.0 |
| SWMetro CCJ | — |
| SWMetro Prairie Care | — |
| SWMetro Annica Program | — |
| SWMetro JAF | — |
| SWMetro Lakeside Academy | — |
| SWMetro Waseca | — |
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
2700 17TH AVE E, Shakopee, MN 55379
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shakopee Area Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JACKSON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JEFFERS POND ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Prior Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUN PATH ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Shakopee, see our Shakopee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUN PATH ELEMENTARY Shakopee | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| MINNESOTA MONTESSORI ACCELERTD LEARNING CENTER INC Shakopee | 0.8 mi | — |
| Shakopee East Middle School Shakopee | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| SWMetro Online Learning Shakopee | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| SWMetro Reflections Shakopee | 1.5 mi | — |
| SWMetro Shakopee Special Ed Shakopee | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Shakopee West Middle School Shakopee | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| SWMetro Passageways Shakopee | 2.2 mi | — |
| Shakopee High School Shakopee | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| JACKSON ELEMENTARY Shakopee | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| EAGLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shakopee | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-SHAKOPEE Shakopee | 2.9 mi | — |
| SWEENEY ELEMENTARY Shakopee | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| JEFFERS POND ELEMENTARY Prior Lake | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| RED OAK ELEMENTARY Shakopee | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Tokata Learning Center Shakopee | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Tokata ALC Independent Study Shakopee | 3.4 mi | — |
| SPECIAL SERVICES Shakopee | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Sabers Online Middle School Shakopee | 3.5 mi | — |
| Aspire Academy Elementary Shakopee | 3.5 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,824
Median Home Value
$366,300
Median Rent
$1,540/mo
Population
49,084
College Educated
39.6%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
35.7
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| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY Hastings, MN | 6.4 |
| CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove, MN | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shakopee Area Catholic School
What grades does Shakopee Area Catholic School serve?
Shakopee Area Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Shakopee Area Catholic School?
Shakopee Area Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shakopee Area Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shakopee Area Catholic School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shakopee Area Catholic School rank in MN?
Shakopee Area Catholic School ranks #146 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Shakopee Area Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shakopee Area Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shakopee Area Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Shakopee Area Catholic School 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 Shakopee Area Catholic School a religious school?
Shakopee Area Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 508
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Scott County
- Phone
- (952) 445-3387
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