For the 2026 school year, there are 6 blue ribbon private preschools serving 1,029 students in Minnesota.
The top-ranked blue ribbon private preschools in Minnesota include Holy Name Of Jesus School, Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School, and Our Lady Of Grace School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Minnesota private preschool average acceptance rate of 89%.
100% of blue ribbon private preschools in Minnesota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this and .
Top-Ranked Minnesota Blue Ribbon 草榴社区 Preschools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Holy Name Of Jesus School![Holy Name Of Jesus School Photo]( "Holy Name Of Jesus School Photo")
(Catholic)
155 County Road 24
Wayzata, MN 55391
(763) 473-3675
Wayzata, MN 55391
(763) 473-3675
Gr: NS-6 | 454 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 10 Blue Ribbon year: 2008 Tuition listed
Our Lady Of Grace School![Our Lady Of Grace School Photo]( "Our Lady Of Grace School Photo")
(Catholic)
5071 Eden Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55436
(952) 929-5463
Minneapolis, MN 55436
(952) 929-5463
Gr: NS-8 Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 15 Blue Ribbon year: 2001, 2009, 2019 Tuition listed
Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School![Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School Photo - Established and Excelling]( "Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School Photo - Established and Excelling")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2950 Highway 55
Eagan, MN 55121
(651) 454-1139
Eagan, MN 55121
(651) 454-1139
Gr: PK-8 | 126 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Blue Ribbon year: 2006 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Maternity Of Mary - St. Andrew School![Maternity Of Mary - St. Andrew School Photo]( "Maternity Of Mary - St. Andrew School Photo")
(Catholic)
592 Arlington Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 489-1459
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 489-1459
Gr: PK-8 | 174 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
638 Mill St
Excelsior, MN 55331
(952) 474-5812
Excelsior, MN 55331
(952) 474-5812
Gr: PK-7 | 113 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
St. Timothys Parish School![St. Timothys Parish School Photo - At St. Timothy's, Our Catholic faith is the center of who we are and all we do. Our focus is providing a nurturing environment where we can meet the individual needs of all our students both academically & spiritually. With small class sizes and dedicated teachers we provide a rigorous academic program where all students can reach their highest potential.]( "St. Timothys Parish School Photo - At St. Timothy's, Our Catholic faith is the center of who we are and all we do. Our focus is providing a nurturing environment where we can meet the individual needs of all our students both academically & spiritually. With small class sizes and dedicated teachers we provide a rigorous academic program where all students can reach their highest potential.")
(Catholic)
215 Division St. E
Maple Lake, MN 55358
(320) 963-3417
Maple Lake, MN 55358
(320) 963-3417
Gr: PK-8 | 162 students Avg. class size: 12 students Blue Ribbon year: 2021 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked blue ribbon private preschools in Minnesota?
The top-ranked blue ribbon private preschools in Minnesota include Holy Name Of Jesus School, Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School, and Our Lady Of Grace School.
How many blue ribbon private preschools are located in Minnesota?
6 blue ribbon private preschools are located in Minnesota.
How diverse are blue ribbon private preschools in Minnesota?
Minnesota blue ribbon private preschools are approximately 12% minority students, which is lower than the Minnesota private school average of 21%.
What percentage of blue ribbon private preschools are religiously affiliated in Minnesota?
100% of blue ribbon private preschools in Minnesota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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