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#187 of 319 private schools in MN

St John Vianney School

Elementary School

911 S PRAIRIE AVE, Fairmont, MN 56031

Private

Enrollment

88

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Minnesota private schools

#187 of 319

In Fairmont

#3 of 3

public schools

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St John Vianney School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Fairmont · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About St John Vianney School

St John Vianney School is a private elementary school in Fairmont, MN. St John Vianney School serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Vianney School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #187 of 319 private schools in MN.

How it compares0.4 pts below MN schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 88 students, St John Vianney 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 John Vianney 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 John Vianney School compares to the 6 public schools in Fairmont, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
This School
vs
10.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
88
This School
vs
320
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.1% vs 0%
St John Vianney School Fairmont Public Avg

All Schools in Fairmont

School Rating
St John Vianney School (this school) 6.0
FAIRMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.7
FAIRMONT JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL 5.7
SOUTHERN PLAINS AREA LEARNING CNTR. 7.2
SOUTHERN PLAINS EDUCATION COOP.
POSITIVE APPROACH TO LEARNING
SOUTHERN PLAINS BRIDGES

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 2%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Enrollment 88
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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)

White 98.9%
Hispanic 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

911 S PRAIRIE AVE, Fairmont, MN 56031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St John Vianney School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 6.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fairmont, see our Fairmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.7 mi
School Distance Rating
FAIRMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairmont 0.3 mi 7.7
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairmont 0.4 mi 6.2
FAIRMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairmont 0.4 mi
FAIRMONT JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL Fairmont 0.6 mi 5.7
SOUTHERN PLAINS EDUCATION COOP. Fairmont 1.5 mi
SOUTHERN PLAINS AREA LEARNING CNTR. Fairmont 1.5 mi 7.2
POSITIVE APPROACH TO LEARNING Fairmont 1.5 mi
SOUTHERN PLAINS BRIDGES Fairmont 1.5 mi
ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairmont 6.4 mi 6.4
MARTIN LUTHER HIGH SCHOOL Northrop 6.7 mi 6.5
Granada Huntley East Chain Elem Sch Granada 6.7 mi 3.7
Granada Huntley East Chain High Sch Granada 6.7 mi 7.0
Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S Granada 6.7 mi 5.9
TRUMAN ELEMENTARY Truman 12.7 mi 6.0
TRUMAN SECONDARY Truman 12.7 mi 6.2
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Truman 13.1 mi 5.6
North Union High School Armstrong 17.0 mi 8.6
LITTLE MUSTANGS LEARNING CENTER Armstrong 17.2 mi
SHERBURN ELEMENTARY Sherburn 13.5 mi 5.2
MARTIN COUNTY WEST SENIOR HIGH Sherburn 13.7 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,373

Median Home Value

$175,600

Median Rent

$719/mo

Population

11,800

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

68.5%

Avg Commute

15.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

46.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BABBITT ELEMENTARY Babbitt, MN 6.0
ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Howard Lake, MN 6.0
279Online Learning Program K-5 Brooklyn Park, MN 5.9
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Saint Paul, MN 5.9
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glencoe, MN 5.9
MONTESSORI RENAISSANCE ACADEMY Anoka, MN 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St John Vianney School

What grades does St John Vianney School serve?

St John Vianney School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend St John Vianney School?

St John Vianney School has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Vianney School?

The student-teacher ratio at St John Vianney School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St John Vianney School rank in MN?

St John Vianney School ranks #187 of 319 private schools in MN.

What is St John Vianney School's MySchoolScout rating?

St John Vianney School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St John Vianney School a private school?

Yes, St John Vianney 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 John Vianney School a religious school?

St John Vianney School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
88
Gender Split
42% M / 58% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Martin County

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