St. Raphael Elementary School in Springfield, MN, serves 84 udents from pre–kindergarten through 6th grade in a rural community setting.
The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 8:1 with a total of 10 teachers supporting its co–ed Catholic elementary program.
Raphael Elementary is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association and a ate or regional independent school association.
The udent population includes 1.41% students of color, reflecting its demographic composition.
Located in rural Minnesota, the school offers a Catholic education with enrollment smaller than nearby PK–8 and PK–12 private schools within a 20–mile radius.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
84 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Raphael Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Raphael Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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