Below Average
#274 of 319 private schools in MN
St Philip's School
Elementary School
702 BELTRAMI AVE NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#274 of 319
In Bemidji
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Philip's School
Elementary School in Bemidji · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Philip's School
St Philip's School is a private elementary school in Bemidji, MN. St Philip's School serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Philip's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #274 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Philip's 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 Philip's School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Bemidji, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Philip's School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Lakeside Learning Center | — |
| J.W. SMITH ELEMENTARY | 4.6 |
| FIRST CITY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| BEMIDJI REGIONAL INTERDIST. COUNCIL | — |
| OSHKI MANIDOO CENTER | — |
| Trek North Middle School | 2.8 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE | 6.6 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE ALP | — |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn | 7.7 |
| Voyageurs Expeditionary MS | 4.9 |
| BEMIDJI AREA LEARNING CENTER | 5.1 |
| Gene Dillon Elementary School | 8.3 |
| PAUL BUNYAN CENTER | — |
| HORACE MAY ELEMENTARY | 4.8 |
| NORTHERN ELEMENTARY | 6.6 |
| SOLWAY ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| Schoolcraft Learning Community | 6.0 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
702 BELTRAMI AVE NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Philip's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gene Dillon Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bemidji, see our Bemidji schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Learning Center Bemidji | 0.2 mi | — |
| J.W. SMITH ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| BEMIDJI REGIONAL INTERDIST. COUNCIL Bemidji | 1.1 mi | — |
| FIRST CITY SCHOOL Bemidji | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| OSHKI MANIDOO CENTER Bemidji | 1.3 mi | — |
| TREKNORTH HIGH SCHOOL Bemidji | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Trek North Middle School Bemidji | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn Bemidji | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Voyageurs Expeditionary School Bemidji | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Voyageurs Expeditionary MS Bemidji | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE Bemidji | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE ALP Bemidji | 1.6 mi | — |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| BEMIDJI SENIOR HIGH Bemidji | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| BEMIDJI AREA LEARNING CENTER Bemidji | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| BEMIDJI SENIOR LUMBERJACK ALC Bemidji | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bemidji | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Gene Dillon Elementary School Bemidji | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| PAUL BUNYAN CENTER Bemidji | 3.0 mi | — |
| HORACE MAY ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,782
Median Home Value
$242,400
Median Rent
$1,033/mo
Population
34,700
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
36
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|---|---|
| AMERICAN INDIAN MAGNET SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | 4.8 |
| ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY Bayport, MN | 4.8 |
| BIRCH LAKE ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake, MN | 4.8 |
| GATEWOOD ELEMENTARY Minnetonka, MN | 4.8 |
| HORACE MAY ELEMENTARY Bemidji, MN | 4.8 |
| HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY Waverly, MN | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Philip's School
What grades does St Philip's School serve?
St Philip's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Philip's School?
St Philip's School has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Philip's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Philip's School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Philip's School rank in MN?
St Philip's School ranks #274 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Philip's School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Philip's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Philip's School a private school?
Yes, St Philip's 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 Philip's School a religious school?
St Philip's School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Beltrami County
- Phone
- (218) 444-4938
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