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#319 of 319 private schools in MN

St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School

Elementary School

30289 59TH AVE WAY, Cannon Falls, MN 55009

Private

Enrollment

31

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

2.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Minnesota private schools

#319 of 319

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St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School

2.3/10

Elementary School in Cannon Falls · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cannon Falls Secondary

7.1/10

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About St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School

St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School is a private elementary school in Cannon Falls, MN. St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #319 of 319 private schools in MN.

How it compares4.1 pts below MN schools
  • This school 2.3 · Needs Improvement
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 31 students, St Paul's Lutheran 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.

St Paul's Lutheran 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.

St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School compares to the 2 public schools in Cannon Falls, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
This School
vs
13.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
31
This School
vs
522
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
2.3
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School Cannon Falls Public Avg

All Schools in Cannon Falls

School Rating
St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School (this school) 2.3
Cannon Falls Secondary 7.1
CANNON FALLS ELEMENTARY 7.0

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)
C 3.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 904.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.5 / 10
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Enrollment 31
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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

30289 59TH AVE WAY, Cannon Falls, MN 55009

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Northfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Spring Creek Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Northfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KENNEDY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Hastings), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cannon Falls, see our Cannon Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Cannon Falls Secondary Cannon Falls 1.6 mi 7.1
Pathways Program Grades 6-7 Red Wing 1.6 mi
CANNON FALLS ELEMENTARY Cannon Falls 1.9 mi 7.0
RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY Randolph 5.0 mi 5.1
RANDOLPH SECONDARY Randolph 5.0 mi 4.6
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vermillion 11.5 mi 3.9
NERSTRAND CHARTER SCHOOL Nerstrand 13.8 mi 5.3
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY Hastings 15.7 mi 6.4
PINECREST ELEMENTARY Hastings 15.7 mi 6.0
HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings 15.9 mi 6.3
917 Riverside School Hastings 16.1 mi
917 New Chance Hastings 16.1 mi
NORTHFIELD MONTESSORI Northfield 11.8 mi
HASTINGS HIGH SCHOOL Hastings 16.3 mi 6.9
HASTINGS ALTERNATIVE CENTER Hastings 16.3 mi 5.9
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY Hastings 15.9 mi 7.2
PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Northfield 11.9 mi 8.8
Spring Creek Elementary Northfield 12.2 mi 8.2
HASTINGS EARLY CHILD SPECIAL ED. Hastings 16.3 mi 3.6
STAARS Hastings 16.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,023

Median Home Value

$311,400

Median Rent

$1,010/mo

Population

8,258

College Educated

26.6%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

44.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School

What grades does St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School serve?

St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School?

St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School rank in MN?

St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School ranks #319 of 319 private schools in MN.

What is St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod 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 Paul's Lutheran Elementary School a religious school?

St Paul's Lutheran Elementary School has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
31
Gender Split
42% M / 58% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
135 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Goodhue County

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