What Hill-Murray School does

Hill-Murray School is a coeducational private Catholic institution serving approximately 1,050 students in grades 6 through 12 from a single campus at 2625 Larpenteur Avenue East in Maplewood, Minnesota. Founded in 1971 through the merger of Archbishop Murray Memorial High School and Hill High School, it operates under Benedictine and Lasallian traditions in close relationship with the adjacent St. Paul's Monastery. The school offers a college-preparatory curriculum augmented by AP and College-In-the-Schools courses, 20 varsity athletic teams, more than 50 clubs and activities, and four signature programs: The Nicholas Center for Learning (neurodiverse learner support, established 2012 with a $5.1M gift), the Pioneer Institute for Health and Wellness (2024), the Rooted Philanthropic Leadership Institute (2025, funded by a $3.75M gift), and the Institute for Benedictine Spirituality. About 67% of staff hold advanced degrees, and the school is reportedly the only Catholic school in Minnesota employing a full-time Clinical Child Psychologist.

Revenue is generated primarily through tuition, which for the 2026-27 academic year ranges from $10,054 (Grade 6) to $17,051 (Grades 9-12), with 33% of students receiving need-based assistance averaging $7,122 and totaling $2.4M annually. Supplementary revenue streams include enrollment fees ($500/student), technology fees ($310 high school, $70 middle school), the Annual Fund, the Pioneer Circle monthly giving program, endowment income, and the Pioneer Premier Auction. The technology platform is entirely conventional — Infinite Campus for student information, Naviance for college/career readiness, TADS for tuition management, and standard calendar integrations — with no proprietary AI or ML components. Distribution relies on rolling admissions supported by open houses (October and January), Coffee Talk neighborhood events, campus tours, student-shadow days, and a student ambassador referral program, all serving the Twin Cities metropolitan market.

Name

Hill-Murray School

Legal name

Hill-Murray School

Website

https://hill-murray.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Hill-Murray School is a coeducational private Catholic institution in Maplewood, Minnesota, serving about 1,050 students in grades 6-12 with a college-preparatory curriculum and signature programs in neurodiverse learning support, wellness, and leadership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Catholic Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD)

Keywords

• Private Catholic education
• College preparatory school
• Middle school education
• Special education services
• Benedictine education

Headquarters

HQ city

Maplewood

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Primary revenue stream from tuition payments for grades 6-12. Tuition varies by grade level (Grade 6: $10,054; Grade 7: $12,370; Grade 8: $14,687; Grades 9-12: $17,051). Tuition covers approximately 90% of the cost of education.
2. Tuition Assistance Programs: Need-based financial aid distributed to 33% of students totaling $2.4M annually in aid and scholarships. Average tuition assistance awarded is $7,122. Funded through Annual Fund, Pioneer Premier Auction, and endowment.
3. Annual Fund and Campaign Donations: Philanthropic support through Annual Fund (cornerstone of everyday operations), capital campaign 'Believe. Belong. Be Bold.' targeting $40 million, Pioneer Circle monthly giving program, and endowment contributions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Hill-Murray School is a coeducational private Catholic institution serving grades 6-12, delivering college-preparatory academics grounded in Benedictine and Lasallian traditions. Its offerings include middle school (grades 6-8) and high school (grades 9-12) core programs, complemented by signature programs such as The Nicholas Center for Learning (neurodiverse learner support), Pioneer Institute for Health and Wellness, Rooted Philanthropic Leadership Institute, and Institute for Benedictine Spirituality. Complementary athletics (20 varsity teams), fine arts, 50+ clubs, summer programs, and need-based tuition assistance round out the offering.

Product overview

Hill-Murray School is a coeducational private Catholic institution offering a unified educational platform spanning grades 6-12. The core offerings include Middle School and High School programs as distinguished product lines, supported by specialized signature programs including The Nicholas Center for Learning (neurodiverse learner support), the Pioneer Institute for Health and Wellness, the Rooted Philanthropic Leadership Institute, and the Institute for Benedictine Spirituality. The institution also provides complementary programs in athletics, fine arts, and over 30 clubs and activities, all rooted in Benedictine and Lasallian Catholic traditions. Summer programs extend the offering to children grades 1-12.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Institute for Benedictine Spirituality: A program working in relationship with St. Paul's Monastery to create opportunities for spiritual renewal and formation.
• Rooted Philanthropic Leadership Institute (RPLI)
• Pioneer Institute for Health and Wellness (PIHW)
• The Nicholas Center for Learning (TNC)

Products and services

• Middle School Program (Grades 6-8) Coeducational middle school program for grades 6-8 providing personalized learning, developmental support, clubs, activities, and faith formation for students during a transitional period.
• High School Program (Grades 9-12) College-preparatory high school program for grades 9-12 featuring AP and College In the Schools (CIS) courses, signature programs, and extensive extracurricular opportunities.
• The Nicholas Center for Learning Specialized program providing individualized academic, social, and emotional support for students with learning differences (ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, autism-related needs, anxiety) across grades 6-12, including executive function coaching, Orton-Gillingham literacy instruction, Wilson Reading System, individualized math support, clinical psychologist services, and neuropsychological assessments.
• Pioneer Institute for Health and Wellness Whole-student wellness initiative promoting balance in mind, body, and spirit through professional counseling, peer support programs, faith-based guidance, and emotional intelligence education (RULER program partnership with Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence).
• Rooted Philanthropic Leadership Institute Leadership education institute offering the Future Leader Scholarship, RPLI Leadership Pathway, and Leadership Certificate, aimed at inspiring passion for leadership through bold ideas, transformative experiences, and inclusive communities.
• Institute for Benedictine Spirituality Spiritual formation program in partnership with St. Paul's Monastery offering Benedictine Formation Certificate, retreats, prayer services, and Oblate Program for students seeking deeper spiritual development.
• Academic Pathways Specialized academic tracks including Health and Medical Sciences, Innovation and Design, Entrepreneurship Academy, and Scholars Pathway for career exploration and enrichment.
• Athletics Program 20 varsity athletic teams spanning fall, winter, and spring sports including football, hockey, basketball, golf, lacrosse, tennis, and track and field.
• Fine Arts Program Comprehensive arts education including instrumental music (orchestra, band), vocal programs (choir), studio arts, and theater productions.
• 2026 Summer Programs Summer camp experiences for children in grades 1-12, including academic enrichment, athletics, arts, and recreational activities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 92% of students receiving Nicholas Center services matriculated to post-secondary experiences over last three years
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Rooted PhilanthropiccoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025RPLI is led by Denise Bates, architect of the nationally recognized Future Leader Program. The institute aims to inspire passion for leadership through bold ideas, transformative experiences, and inclusive communities.
• St. Paul's MonasterycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2012Sacred partnership with the Sisters of St. Paul's Monastery providing spiritual formation opportunities. The Institute for Benedictine Spirituality is located at Hill-Murray and works in close relationship with the Benedictine Retreat Center at St. Paul's Monastery. Students participate in daily prayer with the sisters, themed retreats, and service opportunities.
• TADS (Tuition Assistance Data Services)coreTechnology or IntegrationThird-party provider for processing tuition assistance applications and determining qualifying needs. TADS handles billing and financial aid administration for the school.
• The Social InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership promoting healthy relationships, emotional awareness, and responsible decision-making as part of the Pioneer Institute for Health and Wellness.
• Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence (RULER)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRULER program integrated into Pioneer Institute for Health and Wellness promoting emotional intelligence and wellbeing education.
• TCO (Twin Cities Orthopedics)minorOthersPartnership providing free sports physicals for student athletes during summer months.
• ADL (Anti-Defamation League)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHill-Murray is a member of No Place for Hate initiative, promoting inclusive and respectful school environment.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Minnehaha Academy: Christian (Evangelical) private K–12 school in Minneapolis. Comparable private faith-based, college-prep, coed model in the Twin Cities serving overlapping private-school-bound families.
• Academy of Holy Angels: Catholic coed high school in Richfield, MN (Twin Cities metro), serving grades 9–12. Direct competitor for college-prep Catholic families in the southwest Twin Cities corridor.
• Visitation School: Catholic K–12 school in Mendota Heights, MN, founded by the Sisters of Visitation. Comparable Catholic, coed, college-prep model in the eastern Twin Cities with similar Benedictine-rooted formation heritage.
• DeLaSalle High School: Coed Catholic high school in Minneapolis operating under the Lasallian tradition. Direct competitor for Catholic college-prep families across the Twin Cities metro.
• Totino-Grace High School: Coed Catholic high school in the northern Twin Cities suburbs. Comparable faith-based, college-prep, coed model serving overlapping geographic and demographic segments.
• Benilde-St. Margaret's School: Coed Catholic 7–12 school in St. Louis Park, MN. Overlapping 7–12 grade band, faith-based identity, comparable tuition tier, and competitive for the same Twin Cities Catholic family pool.
• Breck School: Episcopal private K–12 school in Golden Valley, MN. Twin Cities private-school peer with similar college-prep orientation, comparable tuition bracket, and overlapping affluent family market.
• Providence Academy: Catholic K–12 school in Plymouth, MN. Comparable faith-based, college-prep model covering the full K–12 spectrum (broader than Hill-Murray's 6–12), competing for faith-aligned families in the Twin Cities.
• Saint John's Preparatory School: Benedictine Catholic coed boarding/day school (grades 6–12) in Collegeville, MN — directly shares the Order of Saint Benedict tradition, faith-based college-prep model, and tuition structure. Closest match on spiritual formation heritage.
• Cretin-Derham Hall: Coed Catholic high school in the Twin Cities (St. Paul), founded in the Lasallian tradition and serving a similar coed, college-prep market. Most direct local peer given shared faith-based, coed, college-prep model and overlapping service area.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

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