Breck School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Yes, Breck School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

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About the School

Who We Are: Breck is an Episcopal, independent, college-preparatory day school enrolling students of diverse backgrounds in grades preschool through twelve.
Our Mission: We create confident learners who lead lives of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility.
Our Core Values:.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 1,216 students
Yearly Tuition: $35,200
Acceptance rate: 50%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Breck School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Breck School
Pre-K	52
Kind	64
1	64
2	72
3	72
4	72
5	80
6	90
7	95
8	95
9	115
10	115
11	115
12	115

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1886

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 4, 2027

Campus Size

56 acres

School Motto

'Creating confident learners who lead lives of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility.'

Student Body

Total Students

1,216 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

23%

State avg.: 23%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

94 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

77%

Average Class Size

16 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniforms for Grades 1-8

Number of AP Courses

21 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

Advanced Science Research 1AP Art History

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Comparative Government & PoliticsAP Computer Science

AP English Language and CompositionAP European History

AP Literature and CompositionAP Music Theory

AP Physics 1AP Physics C

AP Spanish Language and CultureAP Statistics

AP Studio Art | 3D Design: The PortfolioAP Studio Art | Drawing: The Portfolio

AP Studio Art: 2-D Design (Photography)AP United States History

AP US Government & PoliticsFrench VI AP French Language and Culture

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$35,200

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Tuition Notes

Division/Grade Tuition/Fees Preschool Half Days $27,085 Preschool Full Days $35,200 Kindergarten Full Days $36,375 Grades 1-4 $39,640 Grades 5-8 $41,160 Grades 9-11 $41,740 Grade 12 $41,795

Summer Program Cost Notes

% on Financial Aid

29%

Acceptance Rate

50%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Scott Wade

Admissions Associate

Alli Morris

Application URL

Endowment Size

$72 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

18 sports

Sports

Alpine SkiingBaseball

BasketballCross Country

DivingFootball

GolfGymnastics

Ice HockeyLacrosse

Mountain BikingNordic Skiing

SoccerSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

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Colors

Navy Blue, Gold

School Mascot

Mustang

School Notes

Compassion: Honor the dignity of all human beings.
Excellence: Strive with integrity for the highest standards.
Inclusivity: Foster a just and welcoming community.
Respect: Value each other's unique talents, spirit, and potential.

Breck is an Episcopal, coeducational, college-preparatory day school enrolling students of diverse backgrounds in grades preschool through twelve. Breck is located on a 56-acre campus in Golden Valley, Minnesota, just minutes from downtown Minneapolis.We are a community of high-achieving, motivated students and teachers focused on intellectual inquiry, engagement, and bridging education research with classroom practice. We live our Episcopal founding through our core values of Compassion, Equity, Inclusivity and Respect.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Breck School cost?

Breck School's tuition is approximately $35,200 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Breck School?

The acceptance rate of Breck School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 87%. Breck School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Minnesota with low acceptance rates.

Does Breck School offer a summer program?

Yes, Breck School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does Breck School offer?

Breck School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Breck School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for most sports offered.

What is Breck School's ranking?

Breck School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Breck School?

The application deadline for Breck School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Minneapolis, MN is $12,470 for elementary schools and $19,941 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Minneapolis, MN is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).