Very Good
#36 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 11% of private schools
St Theodore's EL
Elementary School
323 E CLARK ST, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#36 of 319
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St Theodore's EL
Elementary School in Albert Lea · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Theodore's EL
St Theodore's EL is a private elementary school in Albert Lea, MN. St Theodore's EL serves approximately 64 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Theodore's EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 64 students, St Theodore's EL 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.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, St Theodore's EL sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Theodore's EL 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 Theodore's EL compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Albert Lea, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Theodore's EL (this school) | 7.9 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY | 4.9 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY | 7.4 |
| Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed | 5.9 |
| SIBLEY ELEMENTARY | 5.4 |
| HALVERSON ELEMENTARY | 7.4 |
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
323 E CLARK ST, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Theodore's EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is HALVERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NRHEG ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Ellendale), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Albert Lea, see our Albert Lea schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed Albert Lea | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| HALVERSON ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| SIBLEY ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Albert Lea | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| ALBERT LEA SENIOR HIGH Albert Lea | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Albert Lea Area Learning Center Albert Lea | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| GLENVILLE EMMONS ELEMENTARY Glenville | 6.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Success East Austin | 6.8 mi | — |
| GLENVILLE-EMMONS SECONDARY Glenville | 7.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Success West Austin | 7.3 mi | — |
| HOLLANDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hollandale | 11.0 mi | 6.2 |
| First Step Alden Austin | 10.6 mi | — |
| Enrich Alden Austin | 10.6 mi | — |
| ALDEN-CONGER ELEMENTARY Alden | 10.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ALDEN-CONGER SECONDARY Alden | 10.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Next Step West (Alden) Alden | 10.6 mi | — |
| NRHEG ELEMENTARY Ellendale | 15.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Northwood-Kensett MIddle/High School Northwood | 15.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,479
Median Home Value
$161,100
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
21,467
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
44
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RPS Online Elementary School Rochester, MN | 7.9 |
| WATKINS ELEMENTARY Eden Valley, MN | 7.9 |
| FINLAYSON ELEMENTARY Finlayson, MN | 8.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary - Ivanhoe Ivanhoe, MN | 8.0 |
| Tower-Soudan Elementary Tower, MN | 8.0 |
| CHOKIO-ALBERTA ELEMENTARY Chokio, MN | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Theodore's EL
What grades does St Theodore's EL serve?
St Theodore's EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St Theodore's EL?
St Theodore's EL has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Theodore's EL?
The student-teacher ratio at St Theodore's EL is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Theodore's EL rank in MN?
St Theodore's EL ranks #36 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Theodore's EL's MySchoolScout rating?
St Theodore's EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Theodore's EL a private school?
Yes, St Theodore's EL 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 Theodore's EL a religious school?
St Theodore's EL has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 64
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Freeborn County
- Phone
- (507) 373-9657
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