Technology
SMARTBOARDS, 3D & LASER PRINTERS, LAPTOPS AND IPAD CARTS
Quick Facts
We are the only Catholic school in the Brainerd Deanery and the second largest Catholic school in the Duluth Diocese.
We are accredited through MNSAA, the Minnesota Non-Public Schools Accrediting Association.
Our students rank higher than the national average in math and writing year after year in NWEA MAP Assessments.
We are financially stable with a balanced budget for the last ten years.
History
St. Francis Catholic Grade School was opened in 1909 in a two-story, eight classroom building.
In 1952 a new facility and gymnasium were built, and in 2010 a major renovation and expansion project was completed.
The student base includes those from Brainerd/Baxter as well as Aitkin, Breezy Point, Crosby, Crosslake, Cushing, Deerwood, Nisswa, Pequot Lakes, Pillager and Pine River.
Faith
All-School Mass every Wednesday
Eucharistic Adoration every Tuesday
Religion incorporated into every classroom
Reconciliation every Monday
$70,000
in student aid
$50,000
In sibling discounts
87%
Catholic Students
240
students Preschool through 8
Programs
Band, Choir, STREAM, Spanish Club & More!
Service
Students participate in community efforts
What We Offer…
Preschool
Preschool Classes are offered to 3- and 4-year-olds. This program is offered Monday/Wednesday/Friday, Tuesday/Thursday, or 5 days a week.
Prekindergarten
Prekindergarten is for the 4- and 5-year-old preparing to enter Kindergarten the following year. This program is offered Monday/Wednesday/Friday or 5 days a week.
St. Francis of the Lakes Catholic School Preschool and Prekindergarten focuses on early learning and academics through creative learning and consistent structured routines. Preschoolers explore, learn, and grow, interacting with peers to build self-confidence. We help students develop their social and emotional skills through cooperation, manners, independence, and conflict resolution.
Highlights
A comprehensive faith-based hands-on learning curriculum.
Fully trained and staffed.
State licensed preschool program.
A wide range of activities incorporating music, library, art, and physical education.
Hot lunch is available for a fee.
Uniforms are not required.
Elementary
St. Francis Elementary not only focuses on learning and growing the academic foundation for your child, but teaches skills to help form positive relationships, manage emotions, and take responsibility while continuing to build self-confidence and develop social-emotional skills to prepare them for middle school.
Tuition
Per Child, First & Second* - $3833.00
Third Child* - $1916.50
Per Child, Fourth & Beyond* - $958.25
*count of children is in K-8
2025-2026 tuition rates will be published in April 2025
Highlights
Kindergarten through 4th grade
Comprehensive language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and integrated technology curriculum
Specialty classes include: including art, music, physical education, library, and technology
Band, Choir, Robotics, Student Council, Chess Club, STREAM Family Events, and annual School Musical
District bus service as well as additional bussing from Crosby & Pequot Lakes.
Middle School
St. Francis Middle School not only focuses on academic success, but also supports forming positive relationships, teaches strategies for goal-setting, and encourages responsible independence to build self-confidence and develop social-emotional skills to prepare them for high school and beyond.
Tuition
Per Child, First & Second* - $3833.00
Third Child* - $1916.50
Per Child, Fourth & Beyond* - $958.25
*count of children is in K-8
2025-2026 tuition rates will be published in April 2025
Highlights
5th through 8th grade
Comprehensive language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and integrated technology curriculum
Specialty classes include: including art, music, physical education, library, and technology
Band, Choir, Robotics, Student Council, Chess Club, Danny Hauer Basketball League, STREAM Family Events, and annual School Musical
Individual laptops for 7th and 8th grade students
District bus service as well as additional bussing from Crosby & Pequot Lakes.
Shuttle Bus for ISD 181 athletics and activities to Forestview Middle School
