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 Stats (2025)
- 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
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
566 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Alter Servers, Campus Ministry, Chess Club, Library Club, Quiz Bowl, Spirit Committee, Student Council, Tech Crew, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir
Alter Servers, Campus Ministry, Chess Club, Library Club, Quiz Bowl, Spirit Committee, Student Council, Tech Crew, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir
School Notes
- 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).
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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