Shakopee Area Catholic School nurtures the body, mind and spirit of each child.
We make Jesus Christ known and loved to our students.
We strive to develop morally responsible leaders through innovative academics, personalized learning, and community outreach, in a welcoming and faith filled Catholic school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Shakopee Area Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
Student Body
Total Students
566 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Alter ServersCampus Ministry
Chess ClubLibrary Club
Quiz BowlSpirit Committee
Student CouncilTech Crew
Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
- Shakopee Area Catholic School nurtures the body, mind and spirit of each child. We make Jesus Christ known and loved to our students. We strive to develop morally responsible leaders through innovative academics, personalized learning, and community outreach, in a welcoming and faith filled Catholic school.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Shakopee Area Catholic School offer?
Shakopee Area Catholic School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance and Volleyball.
What is Shakopee Area Catholic School's ranking?
Shakopee Area Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Shakopee Area Catholic School?
The application deadline for Shakopee Area Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Shakopee Area Catholic School is Prior Lake Christian Academy (5.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Living Hope Lutheran School (3.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Minnesota Montessori Accelertd Learning Center Inc (0.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Living Hope Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
8600 Horizon Dr
Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 445-1785
Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 445-1785
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 137 students Avg. class size: 19 students
St. John The Baptist Catholic School ![St. John The Baptist Catholic School Photo - At St. John the Baptist Catholic School and Preschool all are welcome in our inclusive church and school community.]( "St. John The Baptist Catholic School Photo - At St. John the Baptist Catholic School and Preschool all are welcome in our inclusive church and school community.")
(Catholic)
12508 Lynn Ave
Savage, MN 55378
(952) 890-6604
Savage, MN 55378
(952) 890-6604
7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 379 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
10600 Bloomington Ferry Rd
Minneapolis, MN 55438
(952) 941-9047
Minneapolis, MN 55438
(952) 941-9047
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Gr: PK-8 | 225 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. John's Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
300 E 4th St
Chaska, MN 55318
(952) 448-2526
Chaska, MN 55318
(952) 448-2526
5.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 183 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Prior Lake Christian Academy
(Baptist)
5690 Credit River Rd Se
Prior Lake, MN 55372
(952) 447-7527
Prior Lake, MN 55372
(952) 447-7527
5.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 104 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
School Reviews
5 1/27/2021
We could not be happier with our decision to switch to SACS. We have children prospering in both their preschool and grade school programs. The kids are appropriately challenged for where they are on their growth curve and continually feel supported on their educational journey. The teachers create a warm, trusting environment for the children to learn in and the energy at the school is contagious... you just want to be a part of it! On top of all that, children also develop value and moral frameworks by multiple service projects throughout the year; even in preschool, they learn the importance of helping others. It really is so much more than a school... it's a community we are proud to be a part of.
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