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#182 of 319 private schools in MN
St Francis Xavier School
Elementary School
308 2ND ST N, Sartell, MN 56377
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#182 of 319
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St Francis Xavier School
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About St Francis Xavier School
St Francis Xavier School is a private elementary school in Sartell, MN. St Francis Xavier School serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis Xavier School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #182 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Francis Xavier 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 Xavier School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Sartell, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis Xavier School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Benton-Stearns Ed District EC | — |
| Riverview Intermediate School | 8.7 |
| SARTELL MIDDLE | 6.9 |
| Pine Meadow Primary School | 8.1 |
| Oak Ridge Early Learning Center | 8.7 |
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
308 2ND ST N, Sartell, MN 56377
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis Xavier School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Saint Cloud Math and Science Academ (rated 8.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Saint Cloud), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverview Intermediate School (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Ridge Early Learning Center (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sartell, see our Sartell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benton-Stearns Education - ASD Sauk Rapids | 0.1 mi | — |
| Benton-Stearns Education Pioneers Sauk Rapids | 0.1 mi | — |
| ALC - Sartell Sartell | 0.1 mi | — |
| Benton-Stearns Ed District EC Sartell | 0.4 mi | — |
| Riverview Intermediate School Sartell | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| SARTELL MIDDLE Sartell | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Pine Meadow Primary School Sartell | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| PETRA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sauk Rapids | 1.8 mi | — |
| WHOLE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sauk Rapids | 1.7 mi | — |
| PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Cloud | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Oak Ridge Early Learning Center Sartell | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Pleasantview Elementary Sauk Rapids | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SARTELL SENIOR HIGH Sartell | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTH JUNIOR HIGH Saint Cloud | 3.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Saint Cloud Math and Science Academ Saint Cloud | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
| St. Cloud Math & Science Middle Saint Cloud | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| APOLLO SENIOR HIGH Saint Cloud | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| MADISON ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud | 3.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Hillside Early Childhood Center Sauk Rapids | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
| WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud | 3.7 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56377 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,583
Median Home Value
$282,800
Median Rent
$1,196/mo
Population
21,008
College Educated
40.2%
Homeownership
63.7%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
35
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis Xavier School
What grades does St Francis Xavier School serve?
St Francis Xavier School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St Francis Xavier School?
St Francis Xavier School has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis Xavier School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis Xavier School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis Xavier School rank in MN?
St Francis Xavier School ranks #182 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Francis Xavier School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis Xavier School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Xavier School a private school?
Yes, St Francis Xavier 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 Xavier School a religious school?
St Francis Xavier School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 217
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Stearns County
- Phone
- (320) 252-9940
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