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School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
A-
Matriculation
A-
Academics
A-
Extracurriculars
B+
Geo & Community
B
Reviews
B
College prep with excellent matriculation
Strong course selection (AP & college classes)
Located on SJU college campus
Safe, structured, and supportive dorms
Benedictine values with global impact
Great athletic and activity offerings
Saint John's Preparatory School is a Catholic/Benedictine, co-educational, day and boarding International Baccalaureate college preparatory school for students in grades 6-12, with boarding options beginning in the 9th grade. Saint John's Prep is located within the 2,900 acres of woods and lakes of Saint John's University's campus in central Minnesota.
As a student, you will be prepared to face any challenge that lies ahead. You will learn how to believe in yourself, take risks, and view the world with a global perspective. Saint John’s Prep is a place where you will not only dream, you will succeed.
As a student, you will be prepared to face any challenge that lies ahead. You will learn how to believe in yourself, take risks, and view the world with a global perspective. Saint John’s Prep is a place where you will not only dream, you will succeed.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$62,945
Enrollment
280
International Students
25%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:11
Endowment
$15 million
AP
14
Average SAT Score
1198
Average ACT Score
28
Class Size
15
Boarding %
30
School Materials
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #2 | Harvard College | 1 |
| #5 | Yale University | 1 |
| Art #13 | Minneapolis College of Art and Design | 1 |
| #20 | University of California: Los Angeles | 2 |
| #42 | University of Wisconsin-Madison | 1 |
| LAC #9 | Carleton College | 1 |
| #49 | Ohio State University: Columbus Campus | 1 |
| #57 | Penn State University Park | 1 |
| #68 | University of Minnesota: Twin Cities | 1 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2024-2025)Number of students who took AP tests
102
Number of tests taken
226
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
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Chinese Language and Culture
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German Language and Culture
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Spanish Literature and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Chinese Language and Culture
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German Language and Culture
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Spanish Literature and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Physics 1
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Calculus AB
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Precalculus
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Statistics
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Comparative Government and Politics
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Macroeconomics
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Microeconomics
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English Literature and Composition
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IB
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IB English A: Literature
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IB English (HL)
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IB History (HL)
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IB World Literature
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IB Biology (HL)
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IB Chemistry (SL)
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IB English A: Literature
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IB English (HL)
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IB History (HL)
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IB World Literature
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IB Biology (HL)
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IB Chemistry (SL)
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IB Physics (SL)
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IB Math Studies (SL)
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IB Mathematics (SL,HL)
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IB Music (SL)
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IB Visual Arts
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IB Theory of Knowledge
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IB Chinese (SL,HL)
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IB Spanish (SL,HL)
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IB Philosophy (SL)
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IB German (SL,HL)
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Soccer
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Tennis
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Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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National Honor Society
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Student Council
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Dorm Council
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Mock Trial
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Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society)
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Girls Who Code
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National Honor Society
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Student Council
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Dorm Council
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Mock Trial
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Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society)
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Girls Who Code
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Envirothon
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Knowledge Bowl
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Medical Club
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Robotics
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Yearbook
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Literary Magazine
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eSports
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Chess
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Badminton
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Volleyball
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Dance
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Arts
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Acting
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Band
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Choir
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Orchestra
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Theater
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Ceramics
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Ceramics
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Digital Photography
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Drawing
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Painting
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Printmaking
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Studio Art
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3D Art
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Frequently Ask Questions about Saint John's Preparatory School
Tell me a bit about Saint John's Preparatory School.
Saint John's Preparatory School is Co-ed private boarding school located in Minnesota, US. It was founded 1857 , and currently has about 280 students, 25.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.sjprep.net.
For more official information, please visit http://www.sjprep.net.
Does Saint John's Preparatory School have rigorous academic requirements?
Saint John's Preparatory School is offering 14 AP courses.
In recent years, 24 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Saint John's Preparatory School also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
In recent years, 24 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Saint John's Preparatory School also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Saint John's Preparatory School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 12.2% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 4.88% go to top 25, and about 0% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Saint John's Preparatory School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Saint John's Preparatory School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Saint John's Preparatory School?
The total fee for Saint John's Preparatory School in 2024 is
$62,945 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@sjprep.net .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@sjprep.net .
Where is Saint John's Preparatory School located?
Saint John's Preparatory School is located in the State of Minnesota of USA.
How popular is Saint John's Preparatory School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Saint John's Preparatory School is among the most popular schools, within top 173 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Saint John's Preparatory School has been favorited by 143 users.
Also Saint John's Preparatory School has been favorited by 143 users.
How do I complete an application for Saint John's Preparatory School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Saint John's Preparatory School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Saint John's Preparatory School’s official site: http://www.sjprep.net or call them at 320-363-3339.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Saint John's Preparatory School’s official site: http://www.sjprep.net or call them at 320-363-3339.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Saint John's Preparatory School?
The overall rating for Saint John's Preparatory School is A-.
The section ratings of Saint John's Preparatory School are:
A- for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
B for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Saint John's Preparatory School are:
A- for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
B for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Minneapolis, located in Minnesota, forms the "Twin Cities" with nearby St. Paul. The city is known for its beautiful parks, lakes, and the scenic Mississippi River that runs through it. Minneapolis boasts a vibrant cultural scene, with landmarks such as the Walker Art Center, a renowned contemporary art museum, and the adjacent Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, home to the iconic "Spoonbridge and Cherry" by Claes Oldenburg. The city also features a thriving arts district, numerous theaters, and diverse dining options, making it a hub for creativity and outdoor recreation.
Population (2022)
382,605
Cost of Living
Higher than average 0%
Nearby Airport
Minneapolis - St. Paul International Airport
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