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#122 of 319 private schools in MN

Top 38% of private schools

St Alphonsus Catholic School

Elementary School

7031 HALIFAX AVE N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

148

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

148

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#122 of 319

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About St Alphonsus Catholic School

St Alphonsus Catholic School is a private elementary school in Brooklyn Center, MN. St Alphonsus Catholic School serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Alphonsus Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #122 of 319 private schools in MN.

How it compares0.3 pts above MN schools

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 148 students, St Alphonsus Catholic School 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.

St Alphonsus 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

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How St Alphonsus Catholic School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn Center, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.3:1

This School

13.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

148

This School

372

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.7

This School

4.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 43.9% vs 0%

White 18.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 18.2% vs 0%

Asian 6.1% vs 0%

St Alphonsus Catholic School Brooklyn Center Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Alphonsus Catholic School (this school)	—	148	12.3:1	6.7
Early Childhood Special Education	0.4 mi	374	12.9:1	5.0
GARDEN CITY ELEMENTARY	0.8 mi	355	11.5:1	4.9
Progeny Academy Charter School	1.4 mi	96	13.7:1	7.0
INSIGHT SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA	1.7 mi	400	22.2:1	4.5
Brooklyn Center Middle School	1.9 mi	346	17.3:1	4.8
Evergreen Park Elementary-STEM	1.9 mi	456	11.7:1	4.5
NORTHPORT ELEMENTARY	2.0 mi	441	11.3:1	5.5
Brooklyn Center Elementary School	2.1 mi	744	13.5:1	3.0
Early Childhood Special Education (	2.1 mi	10	10:1	—
Brooklyn Center ECSE Age 3 - 5	2.1 mi	20	6.7:1	—
New Millennium Academy Charter	2.4 mi	851	16.7:1	3.9

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

B 6.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.3:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 2.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,066.4

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 72%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 148

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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)

Black 43.9%

White 18.9%

Hispanic 18.2%

Two or More 12.8%

Asian 6.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7031 HALIFAX AVE N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Alphonsus Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIR OAKS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Twin Lakes STEM Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spero Academy Brooklyn Park (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn Center, see our Brooklyn Center schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Early Childhood Special Education Brooklyn Center	0.4 mi	374	5.0
Brooklyn Middle STEAM School Brooklyn Park	0.6 mi	940	5.1
PALMER LAKE ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park	0.6 mi	468	5.5
PARK CENTER IB WORLD SCHOOL Brooklyn Park	0.6 mi	1,991	5.7
GARDEN CITY ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Center	0.8 mi	355	4.9
Twin Lakes STEM Academy Brooklyn Park	1.1 mi	203	7.8
BIRCH GROVE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Brooklyn Park	1.2 mi	464	5.9
FAIR OAKS ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park	1.0 mi	368	8.2
North View Middle School Brooklyn Park	1.0 mi	447	4.9
Zanewood Community School STEAM Brooklyn Park	1.0 mi	300	3.8
EXCELL ACADEMY CHARTER Brooklyn Park	1.1 mi	483	6.6
Progeny Academy Charter School Brooklyn Center	1.4 mi	96	7.0
SAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn Park	1.9 mi	68	5.7
NORTHPORT ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Center	2.0 mi	441	5.5
INSIGHT SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA Brooklyn Center	1.7 mi	400	4.5
Brooklyn Center Early College Acad Brooklyn Center	1.7 mi	63	5.7
CREST VIEW ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park	1.8 mi	241	4.2
PARK BROOK ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park	1.7 mi	308	5.5
Spero Academy Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Park	1.8 mi	84	7.3
New Millennium Academy Charter Brooklyn Center	2.4 mi	851	3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55429 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,661

Median Home Value

$267,900

Median Rent

$1,253/mo

Population

27,570

College Educated

24.1%

Homeownership

56.9%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Alphonsus Catholic School

What grades does St Alphonsus Catholic School serve?

St Alphonsus Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Alphonsus Catholic School?

St Alphonsus Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Alphonsus Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Alphonsus Catholic School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Alphonsus Catholic School rank in MN?

St Alphonsus Catholic School ranks #122 of 319 private schools in MN.

What is St Alphonsus Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Alphonsus Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Alphonsus Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Alphonsus 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 St Alphonsus Catholic School a religious school?

St Alphonsus Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 30 Some Transit
Bike Score: 70 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 148
Gender Split: 55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 12
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 172 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Hennepin County
Phone: (763) 503-3333

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