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#109 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 34% of private schools
St Dominic Elementary School
Elementary School
216 SPRING ST N, Northfield, MN 55057
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#109 of 319
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St Dominic Elementary School
Elementary School in Northfield · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Dominic Elementary School
St Dominic Elementary School is a private elementary school in Northfield, MN. St Dominic Elementary School serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Dominic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #109 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, St Dominic Elementary 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 6:1 students to teachers, St Dominic Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Dominic Elementary 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 Dominic Elementary School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Northfield, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Dominic Elementary School (this school) | 6.9 |
| NORTHFIELD AREA LEARNING CENTER | 4.5 |
| GREENVALE PARK ELEMENTARY | 7.7 |
| Northfield Community Education Cntr | 6.3 |
| Spring Creek Elementary | 8.2 |
| BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY | 8.3 |
| ARCADIA CHARTER SCHOOL | 8.1 |
| NORTHFIELD MIDDLE | 7.1 |
| PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 8.8 |
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
216 SPRING ST N, Northfield, MN 55057
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Dominic Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Great Oaks Academy - Grammar (rated 8.5/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northfield, see our Northfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHFIELD AREA LEARNING CENTER Northfield | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| GREENVALE PARK ELEMENTARY Northfield | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Northfield Community Education Cntr Northfield | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| NORTHFIELD MONTESSORI Northfield | 0.7 mi | — |
| NORTHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Northfield | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Spring Creek Elementary Northfield | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY Northfield | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| NORTHFIELD MIDDLE Northfield | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ARCADIA CHARTER SCHOOL Northfield | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Northfield | 6.0 mi | 8.8 |
| NERSTRAND CHARTER SCHOOL Nerstrand | 9.7 mi | 5.3 |
| RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY Randolph | 8.3 mi | 5.1 |
| RANDOLPH SECONDARY Randolph | 8.3 mi | 4.6 |
| GLORY ACADEMY Lakeville | 10.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ROBERT BOECKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 12.0 mi | 5.0 |
| FARMINGTON ELEMENTARY Farmington | 11.9 mi | 4.3 |
| FARIBAULT AREA LEARNING CENTER Faribault | 11.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Great Oaks Academy - Grammar Farmington | 12.4 mi | 8.5 |
| CANNON RIVER STEM SCHOOL Faribault | 11.5 mi | 4.0 |
| LEVI P. DODGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 12.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,521
Median Home Value
$338,800
Median Rent
$1,042/mo
Population
25,458
College Educated
48.9%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LYND ELEMENTARY Lynd, MN | 6.9 |
| PINE POINT ELEMENTARY Ponsford, MN | 7.0 |
| Progeny Academy Charter School Brooklyn Center, MN | 7.0 |
| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Dominic Elementary School
What grades does St Dominic Elementary School serve?
St Dominic Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Dominic Elementary School?
St Dominic Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Dominic Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Dominic Elementary School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Dominic Elementary School rank in MN?
St Dominic Elementary School ranks #109 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Dominic Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Dominic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Dominic Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Dominic Elementary 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 Dominic Elementary School a religious school?
St Dominic Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Rice County
- Phone
- (507) 645-8136
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