Lourdes High School (Top-Ranked �� School for 2026)

2800 19th Street NW
Rochester, MN 55901

Lourdes High School Photo #1 - Lourdes High School Campus

Welcome to Lourdes High School! Serving students in grades 9-12, our school is part of the unified school system, Rochester Catholic Schools (RCS).

Our Catholic high school pursues excellence in our curriculum, invites students to discover community in activities and strengthen their character through faith.

At Lourdes, we prepare students for success in a 21st-century global society with SMART Classrooms, 3D Printing Lab, CAD Engineering Lab, Science Labs, Student Success Center, advanced college credit options, media center, performance auditorium and more.

Rooted in Franciscan spirituality and proud of our traditions, culture and diversity, we welcome students of all faith affiliations. Go Eagles!.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked MN School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 333 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,750
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s)
Other school association(s)
National Honor Society (NHS)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1877

Colors

Purple, Gold

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

333 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 23%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

30 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

17 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

10 courses

List of Courses Offered

AP/Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus

AP English LanguageAP English Literature

AP Human GeographyAP Music Theory

AP PsychologyAP Spanish

AP Studio ArtAP US History

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,750

View national tuition avg.

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Monica Steinmetz

Admissions Associate

Karina Rowles

Sports

Total Sports Offered

21 sports

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lourdes High School cost?

Lourdes High School's tuition is approximately $10,750 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Lourdes High School?

The acceptance rate of Lourdes High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

What sports does Lourdes High School offer?

Lourdes High School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Diving, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Lourdes High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for most sports offered.

What is Lourdes High School's ranking?

Lourdes High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Lourdes High School?

The application deadline for Lourdes High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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