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#143 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 45% of private schools
St. Francis of Assisi School
Elementary School
318 11TH AVE SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#143 of 319
In Rochester
#6 of 8
public schools
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St. Francis of Assisi School
Elementary School in Rochester · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St. Francis of Assisi School
St. Francis of Assisi School is a private elementary school in Rochester, MN. St.
Francis of Assisi School serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St. Francis of Assisi School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St. Francis of Assisi 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. Francis of Assisi School compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Rochester, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Francis of Assisi School (this school) | 6.5 |
| RIVERSIDE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY | 3.2 |
| Lincoln K-8 District-Wide School | 6.6 |
| Southeast Regional Crisis Center | — |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY | 8.7 |
| Mayo Senior High | 5.9 |
| Middle School Right Fit | — |
| Rochester Phoenix Academy | 6.3 |
| CARE & TREATMENT HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND | — |
| Care & Treatment at ESC | — |
| KELLOGG MIDDLE | 4.5 |
| ROCHESTER MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY | 3.9 |
| Montessori at Franklin Elementary | 6.8 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY | 4.3 |
| CHURCHILL ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| Washington District-Wide Elementary | 5.4 |
| FOLWELL ELEMENTARY | 7.6 |
| Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem | 8.2 |
| RPS Online Elementary School | 7.9 |
| RPS Online Middle School | 7.1 |
| Rochester Beacon Academy | 7.4 |
Showing 20 of 41 schools. View all schools in Rochester
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
318 11TH AVE SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Francis of Assisi School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCHESTER ARTS & SCIENCES ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERSIDE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Rochester | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Lincoln K-8 District-Wide School Rochester | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Mayo Senior High Rochester | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Southeast Regional Crisis Center Rochester | 0.9 mi | — |
| Rochester Academy-Idp Living(RAIL) Rochester | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Middle School Right Fit Rochester | 1.2 mi | — |
| ROCHESTER ARTS & SCIENCES ACADEMY Rochester | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| KELLOGG MIDDLE Rochester | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Rochester Phoenix Academy Rochester | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CARE & TREATMENT HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND Rochester | 1.5 mi | — |
| Care & Treatment at ESC Rochester | 1.5 mi | — |
| Project Search Mayo Clinic Rochester | 1.2 mi | — |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Montessori at Franklin Elementary Rochester | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CHURCHILL ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ROCHESTER MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY Rochester | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ROCHESTER STEM ACADEMY Rochester | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem Rochester | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| RPS Online Elementary School Rochester | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,434
Median Home Value
$237,200
Median Rent
$1,253/mo
Population
29,682
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
16.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
35.4
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| C.E. JACOBSON ELEMENTARY Rush City, MN | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Francis of Assisi School
What grades does St. Francis of Assisi School serve?
St. Francis of Assisi School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St. Francis of Assisi School?
St. Francis of Assisi School has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Francis of Assisi School?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Francis of Assisi School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St. Francis of Assisi School rank in MN?
St. Francis of Assisi School ranks #143 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St. Francis of Assisi School's MySchoolScout rating?
St. Francis of Assisi School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St. Francis of Assisi School a private school?
Yes, St. Francis of Assisi 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. Francis of Assisi School a religious school?
St. Francis of Assisi School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Olmsted County
- Phone
- (507) 288-4816
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