Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. James Lutheran School
About the School
- St. James Lutheran School believes, that as a Parochial School of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod - Minnesota South District, we must offer education for the whole child - body, mind, and spirit.
- Our school follows the directives of our Lord, "Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you," and in so doing making Jesus Christ and Eternal Salvation the focal point while providing all academic subjects that are required by the state of Minnesota.
- The mission of St. James Lutheran Church and School is to learn, teach, live, and proclaim the truth of eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ our Savior as revealed in God's Word.
- St. James Lutheran School believes, that as a Parochial School of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod - Minnesota South District, we must offer education for the whole child - body, mind, and spirit.
- Our school follows the directives of our Lord, "Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you." and in so doing making Jesus Christ and Eternal Salvation the focal point while providing all academic subjects that are required by the State of Minnesota.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
62 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 23%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. James Lutheran School believes, that as a Parochial School of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod - Minnesota South District, we must offer education for the whole child - body, mind, and spirit. Our school follows the directives of our Lord, "Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you," and in so doing making Jesus Christ and Eternal Salvation the focal point while providing all academic subjects that are required by the state of Minnesota. The mission of St. James Lutheran Church and School is to learn, teach, live, and proclaim the truth of eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ our Savior as revealed in God's Word. St. James Lutheran School believes, that as a Parochial School of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod - Minnesota South District, we must offer education for the whole child - body, mind, and spirit. Our school follows the directives of our Lord, "Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you." and in so doing making Jesus Christ and Eternal Salvation the focal point while providing all academic subjects that are required by the State of Minnesota.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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St. James Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. John Vianney School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. James Lutheran School?
The application deadline for St. James Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(507) 238-9492
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