St. Boniface School is a pre kindergarten - grade 6 Catholic elementary school supported by the parish faith community of St.
Boniface Parish in Cold Spring, Minnesota. St. Boniface School exists to spread the gospel message of Jesus and to foster spiritual and academic development of the children enrolled at St.
Boniface Elementary School. St. Boniface School, supported by the faith community, fosters a stimulating, nurturing environment that emphasizes Christian values, academic excellence and social development.
The gospel message taught at St. Boniface School leads to active global awareness and service to the world community.
The educational program of St. Boniface School is the outcome of a cooperative effort of staff, students, and parents.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,400
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Boniface School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1916
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
250 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We have fair share tuition. Parents pay what they can afford.
Admissions Director
Sister Sharon Waldoch
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Boniface School cost?
St. Boniface School's tuition is approximately $3,400 for private students.
What is St. Boniface School's ranking?
St. Boniface School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Boniface School?
The application deadline for St. Boniface School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to St. Boniface School is Saint John's Preparatory School (8.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Sts. Peter & Paul School (4.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Dei Spring Academy (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Dei Spring Academy
(Other Lutheran)
418 5th Avenue S
Cold Spring, MN 56320
(320) 685-7700
Cold Spring, MN 56320
(320) 685-7700
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
111 Central Ave No
Richmond, MN 56368
(320) 597-2565
Richmond, MN 56368
(320) 597-2565
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 105 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
10672 County Road 8
Kimball, MN 55353
(320) 398-7885
Kimball, MN 55353
(320) 398-7885
6.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 34 students Tuition listed
Saint John's Preparatory School![Saint John's Preparatory School Photo - Graduation, convocation, and monthly mass are held at the Abbey Church on the campus we share with Saint John's University.]( "Saint John's Preparatory School Photo - Graduation, convocation, and monthly mass are held at the Abbey Church on the campus we share with Saint John's University.")
(Catholic)
2280 Watertower Road
Collegeville, MN 56321
(320) 363-3315
Collegeville, MN 56321
(320) 363-3315
8.8 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 271 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 30 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Wendelin School
Montessori School (Catholic)
22776 State Highway 15
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 251-9175
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 251-9175
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 81 students
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