Risen Christ Catholic School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Risen Christ Catholic School

1120 E 37th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55407

Tel: (612) 822-5329

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Two languages, many cultures, infinite possibilities! At Risen Christ Catholic School, every child is known, challenged, and loved.

We form students in mind, body, and spirit - through a bilingual education rooted in faith, community, and academic excellence.

Forming Students for Excellence in Mind, Body, and Spirit MIND: Give your child the gift of bilingualism.Students learn to read and write in two languages before entering high school.

They graduate with the Seal of Biliteracy Pathway Award from Boston College, recognizing their bilingual achievement.

BODY: A community that feels like family.With a 17:1 studentteacher ratio, every child is known by name and supported in a classroom enriched by many cultures.

Our bilingual teachers and staff partner with families in English and Spanish, while strong community partnerships connect families to resources that support student success and stability.Risen Christ is financially accessible to ALL students.

Our tuition assistance program ensures no family will ever be turned away due to financial circumstances.

SPIRIT: Rooted in faith, open to all.Our focus is on formation, helping children grow into ethical leaders who care for others and live out their values every day.

Being rooted in Catholic tradition, Risen Christ students learn the values of respect, service, and responsibility.

These lessons guide them far beyond the classroom.Students participate in weekly mass and value-based activities with their mass buddies, partnering older students with younger ones.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked MN School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 303 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,700
Acceptance rate: 96%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Risen Christ Catholic 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)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish

Year Founded

1993

Colors

Purple and Yellow

School Calendar

First Day of School

Tue. Sep 8, 2026

Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 4, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

303 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

97%

State avg.: 23%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

21 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

17 students

List of Courses Offered

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Navy Blue Pants, White or Red Polo

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,700

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Tuition Notes

Sliding scale: $775 to $2150

Acceptance Rate

96%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Dana Alcala

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

SoccerTennis

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Debate ClubYearbook Club

School Notes

School Motto: Two Languages, Many Cultures, Infinite Possibilities!
School Mascot: Sunny The Sun

Risen Christ Catholic School is committed to developing the spiritual, academic, social, physical, and leadership gifts of all of our children. We promote collaboration with families and the community in order to affirm and embrace our cultural diversity within a safe, academically challenging, and Christian learning environment. Risen Christ Catholic School believes in: Offering quality Catholic educational opportunities to all students who choose to partake, including students from diverse family, financial, religious, and cultural backgrounds from our surrounding communities; influencing all aspects of education with the Gospel message and Christian values.; providing a core academic curriculum, teaching students to read, write, reason and communicate effectively; maintaining standards of quality, excellence, and achievement without sacrificing service to those students and families in financial need; enriching the lives of our children by collaborating with local faith communities in order to provide meaningful, ecumenical, and multicultural service, worship, and program opportunities.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Risen Christ Catholic School cost?

Risen Christ Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,700 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Risen Christ Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of Risen Christ Catholic School is 96%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

What sports does Risen Christ Catholic School offer?

Risen Christ Catholic School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is Risen Christ Catholic School's ranking?

Risen Christ Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Risen Christ Catholic School?

The application deadline for Risen Christ Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Risen Christ Catholic School located?

Risen Christ Catholic School is located in the East neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked MN School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 303 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,700
Acceptance rate: 96%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Minneapolis, MN is $12,242 for elementary schools and $19,772 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).