Saint John's Preparatory School vs. Cotter Schools
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School Overview
School
Saint John's Preparatory School
2280 Watertower Road
Collegeville, MN 56321, United States of America
Collegeville, MN 56321, United States of America
Cotter Schools
1115 West Broadway Street
Winona, MN 55987, United States of America
Winona, MN 55987, United States of America
Top Rankings
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Cotter Schools ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 270 schools) for:
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Overview
Saint John's Prep is an independent college prep day and boarding school guided by Benedictine values.
Students in grades 6-12 from diverse backgrounds immerse themselves in a learning environment surrounded by the natural beauty of our pristine woods and lakes shared with Saint John's University.
We prepare students for lives of purpose, service, and achievement in a global society.
Cotter Schools proudly welcomes domestic students in grades 712 to live and learn on our safe, vibrant campus.
From Nachos Day in the cafeteria to cozy study spots like Blooming Grounds, life at Cotter is filled with special moments.
Our supportive academic programs, dual credit options, and connections to local colleges help students succeed alongside motivated peers.Students enjoy a secure new residence hall, a warm small-town community, and opportunities for worship, service, sports, and the arts.
Weekends are packed with activities and friendships that last a lifetime.Discover your home away from home at Cotter Schools - where you can grow, succeed, and build memories that shape your future.
School Focus
n/a
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
8-12, PG
7-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1857
1911
Campus Size
2900 acres
45 acres
Students Body
Enrollment
280
450
% Students of Color
28%
45%
% International Students
25%
1%
% Students Boarding
30%
12%
Average SAT Score
1373
1360
Average ACT score
28
23
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
18
16
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered
18
10
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
81%
86%
Summer Program Offered
No
No
Finances
Endowment Size
$13 million
n/a
Tuition (Boarding Students)
$46,235
$38,000
Tuition (Day Students)
$19,075
n/a
Tuition (international students)
$57,260
$55,000
Tuition (5 Day Boarding)
$38,675
n/a
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$10,500
$18,500
Merit Scholarships Offered
$1
n/a
Admission
Application Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Accepts Standardized Application
Yes
Yes
SSAT Required
No
No
Acceptance Rate
88%
85%
Director of Admissions
Joesph Minks
Jeff Novakoski
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered
18
10
Sport
Total Sports Offered
19
19
Sports
Alpine SkiingBaseball
BasketballCross Country
Cross Country RunningDance
EsportsFootball
Ice HockeyNordic Skiing
Rock ClimbingSkiing
SoccerSoftball
SwimmingSwimming and Diving
TennisTrack
Track and Field
BalletBaseball
BasketballCross Country Running
DanceDiving
FootballGolf
GymnasticsIce Hockey
Nordic SkiingSoccer
SoftballSwimming and Diving
TennisTrack
Track and FieldVolleyball
Wrestling
Extracurricular
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
9
22
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
ChessEnvirothon
HOSA Medical ClubKnowledge Bowl
Math TeamMock Trial
National Honor SocietyRobotics
Student Council
Club or Organization:
Bike LabCampus Ministry
Cotter ChronicleDebate Team
Drama ClubHistory Club
Jazz BandMarching Band
Math TeamMock Trial
Model LegislatureMusic Listening
Music MinistryMusical Theatre
National Honor SocietyParmies
Pep BandPhotography Club
Speech TeamStudent Council
Theater ProductionsYearbook Club