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#124 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 39% of private schools
St Bernard's School
Elementary School
117 KNIGHT AVE N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#124 of 319
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St Bernard's School
Elementary School in Thief River Falls · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Bernard's School
St Bernard's School is a private elementary school in Thief River Falls, MN. St Bernard's School serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bernard's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #124 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, St Bernard's 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.
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, St Bernard's School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Bernard's 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 St Bernard's School compares to the 4 public schools in Thief River Falls, MN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Thief River Falls
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Bernard's School (this school) | 6.7 |
| LINCOLN SENIOR HIGH | 6.1 |
| NORTHWEST AREA LEARNING CENTER | — |
| FRANKLIN MIDDLE | 5.1 |
| CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
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
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
117 KNIGHT AVE N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Bernard's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIKING ELEMENTARY (rated 9.5/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Viking), which scores notably higher. Another option is WIN-E-MAC ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 32.5 miles away, in nearby Erskine), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J.A. HUGHES ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Red Lake Falls), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Thief River Falls, see our Thief River Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LINCOLN SENIOR HIGH Thief River Falls | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| NORTHWEST AREA LEARNING CENTER Thief River Falls | 0.3 mi | — |
| FRANKLIN MIDDLE Thief River Falls | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY Thief River Falls | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Thief River Falls | 2.2 mi | — |
| VIKING ELEMENTARY Viking | 12.5 mi | 9.5 |
| J.A. HUGHES ELEMENTARY Red Lake Falls | 16.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Red Lake County Central Elementary Plummer | 15.8 mi | 6.4 |
| LAFAYETTE SECONDARY Red Lake Falls | 17.0 mi | 8.5 |
| NEWFOLDEN ELEMENTARY Newfolden | 17.9 mi | 7.2 |
| MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH Newfolden | 17.9 mi | 7.8 |
| GOODRIDGE ELEMENTARY Goodridge | 17.4 mi | 6.8 |
| GOODRIDGE SECONDARY Goodridge | 17.4 mi | 6.2 |
| RLCC Elementary at Oklee Oklee | 24.4 mi | — |
| Red Lake County Central High School Oklee | 24.4 mi | 8.2 |
| WIN-E-MAC ELEMENTARY Erskine | 32.5 mi | 8.8 |
| WIN-E-MAC SECONDARY Erskine | 32.5 mi | 6.7 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Crookston | 29.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CROOKSTON SECONDARY Crookston | 29.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Crookston | 30.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,243
Median Home Value
$189,700
Median Rent
$897/mo
Population
12,814
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
13.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Code Academy Elementary Bloomington, MN | 6.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Waseca, MN | 6.7 |
| Bdote Learning Center Minneapolis, MN | 6.8 |
| CENTRAL EDUCATION CAMPUS New Prague, MN | 6.8 |
| La Crescent Montessori & STEM Acad La Crescent, MN | 6.8 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fergus Falls, MN | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Bernard's School
What grades does St Bernard's School serve?
St Bernard's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St Bernard's School?
St Bernard's School has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bernard's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Bernard's School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Bernard's School rank in MN?
St Bernard's School ranks #124 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Bernard's School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Bernard's 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 Bernard's School a private school?
Yes, St Bernard's 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 Bernard's School a religious school?
St Bernard's School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pennington County
- Phone
- (218) 681-1539
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