School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
B
Matriculation
B-
Academics
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Extracurriculars
B+
Geo & Community
A
Reviews
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St Croix Academy provides an exceptional college preparatory education with a global perspective in a safe and caring faith-based environment.
St. Croix Lutheran Academy's culturally-diverse grade 6-12 community includes students from the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area, across the United States, and to date, from over 40 countries across five continents.
St. Croix Lutheran Academy's culturally-diverse grade 6-12 community includes students from the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area, across the United States, and to date, from over 40 countries across five continents.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$44,200
Enrollment
500
International Students
24%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
60%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:13
Endowment
$6 million
AP
10
Average SAT Score
1156
Average ACT Score
22
Class Size
20
Boarding %
23
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2020-2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| Art #5 | California College of the Arts | 1 + |
| #14 | Vanderbilt University | 1 + |
| #17 | Cornell University | 1 + |
| #21 | Emory University | 1 + |
| #28 | New York University | 1 + |
| #28 | University of California: Santa Barbara | 1 + |
| #28 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | 1 + |
| #34 | University of California: San Diego | 1 + |
| #36 | Boston College | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Courses
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Chemistry
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Physics 1
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Physics 2
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Statistics
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Chemistry
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Physics 1
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Physics 2
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Statistics
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United States History
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Music Theory
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Sports
(1)Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Book Club
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Baking Club
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Drama Club
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Language Club
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Let’s Talk Club
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Letters of Love
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Book Club
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Baking Club
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Drama Club
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Language Club
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Let’s Talk Club
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Letters of Love
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Short Film Club
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The Mindful Path Club
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New International Mentors
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New Friends
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Tech Team
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and Weight Lifting Club.
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Arts
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Band
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Choir
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Choral
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Music Theory
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Ceramics
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Digital Media
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Choir
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Ceramics
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Drawing
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Printmaking
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about St. Croix Academy
Tell me a bit about St. Croix Academy.
St. Croix Academy is Co-ed private boarding school located in Minnesota, US. It was founded 1958 , and currently has about 500 students, 24.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit www.stcroixusa.org.
For more official information, please visit www.stcroixusa.org.
Does St. Croix Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
St. Croix Academy is offering 10 AP courses.
St. Croix Academy also have 60% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
St. Croix Academy also have 60% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do St. Croix Academy students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 1.96% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 0.33% go to top 25, and about 0.16% 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 St. Croix Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, St. Croix Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for St. Croix Academy?
The total fee for St. Croix Academy in 2024 is
$44,200 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 klehmann@stcroixlutheran.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at klehmann@stcroixlutheran.org .
Where is St. Croix Academy located?
St. Croix Academy is located in the State of Minnesota of USA. The closest major city is Minneapolis, which is about 10 miles away from school. Most families can choose Minneapolis - St. Paul International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is St. Croix Academy on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, St. Croix Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 483 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also St. Croix Academy has been favorited by 20 users.
Also St. Croix Academy has been favorited by 20 users.
How do I complete an application for St. Croix Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about St. Croix Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit St. Croix Academy’s official site: www.stcroixusa.org or call them at (651)455-1521.
Also it is highly recommended to visit St. Croix Academy’s official site: www.stcroixusa.org or call them at (651)455-1521.
Are there additional schools that are located close to St. Croix Academy?
Yes, here are few:
Shattuck-St. Mary's School,
The closest major city is Minneapolis. You can find out more schools near Minneapolis here.
The closest major city is Minneapolis. You can find out more schools near Minneapolis here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for St. Croix Academy?
The overall rating for St. Croix Academy is B.
The section ratings of St. Croix Academy are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of St. Croix Academy are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews
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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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