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Saint Thomas Academy is a place where boys harness their greatest intellectual, athletic, spiritual and leadership potential.
Here, they can explore and become the young men they are meant to be. It`s the origin of a life-changing bond of brotherhood your son will carry with him for life.
Saint Thomas Academy is unique. It`s not "just" a boys` school and not "just" a military school.
It`s the best of both of those, a place where the call to leadership bonds boys as brothers, where a historic past leads to future greatness.
WE ARE EXPERTS IN EDUCATING BOYS. At Saint Thomas Academy you'll find a caring community rich with tradition and friendships to last a lifetime.
From the start, we have successfully inspired young men to excel both personally and professionally by teaching them to aspire and persevere in the pursuit of self-discovery. Saint Thomas Academy offers grades 6-12.
Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chinese, Comparative Government & Politics, Computer Science, English Literature, Environmental Science, French, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Spanish, Statistics, U.S. Government, U.S. History, World History
Club or Organization: Audio/Visual, Bowling, Chess, CHOOSE Group, Crack Drill Squad, Debate, Experimental Vehicle Team, FIRST LEGO League, FIRST Tech Challenge, Honor Guard/Color Guard, Intramural Basketball, Knowledge Bowl, Language Clubs, Literary Magazine, Math Team, Mock Trial, Model UN, Newspaper, Peer Counseling, Quiz Bowl, Ranger Challenge, Rifle Team, Speech, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs: Band, Choir, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Orchestra, VISTA Productions (drama)
Recreational Athletic Programs: Table Tennis
School Notes
Creating Life-long Values
For more than 130 years, the Saint Thomas Academy community of
students, parents, faculty, and alumni has prepared young men in an
environment influenced by the message of Jesus Christ to succeed in
college and life. Saint Thomas Academy`s tradition, discipline, and
spirit influence the life of a young man long after
graduation.
Achieving Results
Our individualized system and rigorous curriculum requires our
students to rise to the challenge and commit to their own
education. We provide the tools necessary for your son to succeed
and develop lifelong learning skills. At Saint Thomas Academy, our
small class sizes allow him to have more one-on-one time with
teachers. The average class includes 18 students, and we boast a
10:1 student-to-teacher ratio. We believe your son deserves
teachers who possess a comprehensive knowledge base in their
fields-89% of our teachers hold a Masters or Ph.D.
Beyond High School
Our smaller classroom sizes and high standards of teaching
ensure our students have access to any and all resources needed to
succeed, both in and out of the classroom. As an all-boys college
prep academy near St Paul, MN, we`re able to offer targeted
material using the methods that work best for teaching young
men.
Our statistics speak for themselves:
98% take the ACT (state average: 69%)
100% accepted to post-secondary colleges and universities
99% go on to a four-year institution
1% choose a two-year college, junior hockey, or other unique
opportunities
Saint Thomas Academy's tuition is approximately $23,750 for private students.
What sports does Saint Thomas Academy offer?
Saint Thomas Academy offers 20 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Nordic Skiing, Riflery, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Saint Thomas Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for most sports offered.
Grades: 9-12 | 1,220 students4.1 miles 550 Albert St S Saint Paul, MN 55116 (651) 690-2443
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(2 reviews)
51/6/2024
Saint Thomas Academy has been an awesome school for our two sons and in different ways. This high school truly cares about our son's education, integrity, and formation into men of character. Thank you, St Thomas Academy!
- Posted by Parent - Parent of graduate and current student
55/17/2016
This school is truly something special. The bond that you will create with all of your fellow classmates is nothing short of true brotherhood. The teachers really get to know each student, and challenge them individually. The teachers are required to stay in their classrooms from the end of school (2:45) til 3:15, for tutoring, and extracurriculars don't start until 3:30 so that students can attend tutoring. Students are pushed not only as students but as individuals, to develop into manhood and reach their full potential, long after they graduate. The school partners with companies to give graduates internships in their fields, and the experience they need. Because of the all boy environment, there is no ''popular group'' and every student can find something they are interested in through sports, clubs and activities; and are pushed to leave their comfort zone and discover who they are as a person. Students come from all over, wisconsin to orono, and from all views and walks of life. If you are worried about tuition, the school gives a ton of grants. I remember reading that about 1/3 of the students have financial aid. I would highly recommend sending your son to STA.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - oneil
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