Founded in 1900, The Blake School is an independent, coeducational day school (pre-k-12) with campuses in Minneapolis (grades 9-12) and Hopkins (grades PK-8).
Blake provides a strong liberal arts education with a challenging curriculum that integrates academics, arts and athletics.
Approximately 1,330 students attend Blake, coming from 54 Twin Cities' communities.
Tuition: $19,915 - $39,045 Financial Assistance: $8.6 million in need-based aid awarded annually to 25 percent of the student body
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,333 students
- Acceptance rate: 52%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Blake School/Upper School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Yes
Year Founded
1900
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
1,333 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
157 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
74%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
16 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Biology, Calculus (AB/BC & Adv. Topics), Chemistry, English Language, English Literature, European History, French Language & Culture, Latin Literature, Physics C, Physics C Mechanics, Physics I, Spanish Language & Culture, Statistics, U.S. Government & Politics, U.S. History
Average SAT score
1396
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
31
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31
Tuition Notes
Varies by grade. Blake annually awards 8.6 million dollars in need-based financial aid to 25 percent of the student body. See web site for tuition.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Blake offers an array of PK-12 academic, artistic, athletic and day camp options. Program costs vary by camp and program.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Acceptance Rate
52%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Joe Silvestri
Admissions Associate
Megan Duncan
Sports
Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
26 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Admissions Ambassadors, Anime Club, Assembly Moderators, Asset Management Group, Badminton Club, Bee Club, Blood Drive Committee, Chess Team, DECA, Drawing at Dawn, Empty Bowls, Gender and Sexuality Alliance, Girl Up, Green Team, Habitat for Humanity, LearningWorks, Math Team, Model United Nations, Robotics, Science Bowl, Science Olympiad, She's the First, Slam Poetry Club, Stock Exchange Club, Student Newspaper, We Charity
Admissions Ambassadors, Anime Club, Assembly Moderators, Asset Management Group, Badminton Club, Bee Club, Blood Drive Committee, Chess Team, DECA, Drawing at Dawn, Empty Bowls, Gender and Sexuality Alliance, Girl Up, Green Team, Habitat for Humanity, LearningWorks, Math Team, Model United Nations, Robotics, Science Bowl, Science Olympiad, She's the First, Slam Poetry Club, Stock Exchange Club, Student Newspaper, We Charity
School Notes
- The Blake School is a pre-kindergarten-grade 12, independent day school with a national reputation for academics. Its comprehensive, rigorous curriculum prepares students to advance to the most selective colleges and universities. Students strive for excellence in athletics and the arts and are committed to improving their local and global community. Small classes of diverse students are united by innate curiosity. Students encounter thoughtfully prepared curriculum along with abundant opportunities for travel, service, sports and artistic endeavors while developing habits of mind that enable them to think critically, solve problems, empathize, create and make our world better.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of The Blake School/Upper School?
The acceptance rate of The Blake School/Upper School is 52%, which is lower than the national average of 91%. The Blake School/Upper School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Minnesota with low acceptance rates.
Does The Blake School/Upper School offer a summer program?
Yes, The Blake School/Upper School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does The Blake School/Upper School offer?
The Blake School/Upper School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Fencing, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. The Blake School/Upper School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for most sports offered.
What is The Blake School/Upper School's ranking?
The Blake School/Upper School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The Blake School/Upper School?
The application deadline for The Blake School/Upper School is Jan. 31.
In what neighborhood is The Blake School/Upper School located?
The Blake School/Upper School is located in the Calhoun Isles neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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