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#213 of 319 private schools in MN
St Peter Elementary School
Elementary School
1250 S SHORE DR, Forest Lake, MN 55025
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#213 of 319
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St Peter Elementary School
Elementary School in Forest Lake · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Peter Elementary School
St Peter Elementary School is a private elementary school in Forest Lake, MN. St Peter Elementary School serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #213 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Peter 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 Peter Elementary School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Forest Lake, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peter Elementary School (this school) | 5.7 |
| LILA Lower School | 5.7 |
| LILA Kinder Center | 4.4 |
| Forest Lake Area Middle School | 5.2 |
| Forest View Elementary | 5.3 |
| FOREST LAKE ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION | 5.2 |
| Forest Lake Area Community School | 4.9 |
| LILA Upper School | 7.1 |
| North Lakes Academy Elementary | 6.4 |
| North Lakes Academy Middle School | 4.5 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY | 6.8 |
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.
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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
1250 S SHORE DR, Forest Lake, MN 55025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peter Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Centerville), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ONEKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Hugo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Forest Lake, see our Forest Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LILA Lower School Forest Lake | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| LILA Kinder Center Forest Lake | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Forest Lake Area Middle School Forest Lake | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Forest Lake Area High School Forest Lake | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Forest View Elementary Forest Lake | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| FOREST LAKE ELEMENTARY Forest Lake | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| STEP Forest Lake | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Forest Lake Area Community School Forest Lake | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Forest Lake | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| North Lakes Academy Upper School Forest Lake | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| LILA Upper School Forest Lake | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| North Lakes Academy Middle School Forest Lake | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| North Lakes Academy Elementary Forest Lake | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Wyoming Elementary Wyoming | 4.0 mi | 5.6 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY Forest Lake | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ONEKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hugo | 6.3 mi | 6.7 |
| North Star Elementary Hugo | 6.5 mi | 5.7 |
| CHISAGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chisago City | 6.6 mi | 7.1 |
| WHITE BEAR TRANSITION PLUS PROGRAM Hugo | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY Centerville | 7.9 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,993
Median Home Value
$385,800
Median Rent
$1,355/mo
Population
25,759
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HAYFIELD ELEMENTARY Hayfield, MN | 5.7 |
| LITTLEFORK-BIG FALLS ELEMENTARY Littlefork, MN | 5.7 |
| MARY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Little Falls, MN | 5.7 |
| Minnesota Excellence in Learning Ac Maple Grove, MN | 5.7 |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL Saint Cloud, MN | 5.7 |
| STOWE ELEMENTARY Duluth, MN | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peter Elementary School
What grades does St Peter Elementary School serve?
St Peter Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Peter Elementary School?
St Peter Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peter Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peter Elementary School rank in MN?
St Peter Elementary School ranks #213 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Peter Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peter Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Peter 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 Peter Elementary School a religious school?
St Peter Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 276
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (651) 982-2216
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