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Totino-Grace High School

  • LocationFridley, MN
  • Type and sizeDiocesan school · Grades 9–12 · 656 students
  • SponsorChristian Brothers (Lasallian) and School Sisters of Notre Dame
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Totino-Grace is a Lasallian Catholic high school in Fridley, Minnesota, administered by the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis with the Christian Brothers and School Sisters of Notre Dame. The school publishes a monthly all-school Mass, a weekly chaplain Mass, a seasonal reconciliation service, a weekly adoration opportunity, and a four-year theology sequence. Every student takes a required day-long retreat each year.

Mass, confession, and adoration

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Mass 2

  • Friday10:00 AM · 2026-27 Opening School Mass, August 28 (one-time).
  • Friday10:00 AM · 2026-27 Advent/Christmas Mass, December 18 (one-time).

Confession 2

  • Thursday8:15 AM · 2026-27 Reconciliation Prayer Service, December 3 (one-time).
  • Tuesday8:15 AM · 2026-27 Reconciliation Prayer Service, March 2 (one-time).

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 12, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)
  1. Ministry | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Friday, August 28, 10 a.m. - Opening School Mass”
    The 2026-27 liturgy schedule lists school Masses on the dates shown.
    “Friday, December 18, 10 a.m. - Advent/Christmas Mass”
    The 2026-27 liturgy schedule lists school Masses on the dates shown.
    “Thursday, December 3, 8:15 a.m. - Reconciliation Prayer Service”
    Reconciliation prayer services are scheduled for December 3 and March 2 in the 2026-27 liturgy schedule.
    “Thursday, December 3, 8:15 a.m. - Reconciliation Prayer Service”
    Reconciliation prayer services are scheduled for December 3 and March 2 in the 2026-27 liturgy schedule.

Catholic churches nearby

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Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

BSacramental life: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

79 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearMonthly (The school states a monthly all-school Mass; the 2026-27 liturgy schedule lists the specific Mass dates.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Our Catholic Identity | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/about-us/our-catholic-identity · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “In addition to daily prayer opportunities in the classroom and monthly all-school Mass”
      The school holds a monthly all-school Mass.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearSeasonally (Advent, Lent) or a few times a year (Reconciliation services are listed for December 3 and March 2 in the 2026-27 liturgy schedule.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Our Catholic Identity | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/about-us/our-catholic-identity · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Seasonal Reconciliation”
      Confession is offered seasonally.
    2. Ministry | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Thursday, December 3, 8:15 a.m. - Reconciliation Prayer Service”
      Reconciliation prayer services are scheduled for December 3 and March 2 in the 2026-27 liturgy schedule.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredRegularly (monthly or more) (Adoration is listed among the weekly campus ministry opportunities.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Ministry | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Weekly Opportunities Morning Mass Prayer Service and Rosary Adoration Praise and Worship with Themed Discussion and Reflections”
      Adoration, Morning Mass, and a prayer service are listed as weekly campus ministry opportunities.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolYes
    Sources (2)
    1. Ministry | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Andrew Blake Director of Mission and Ministry Fr. Ben Eichten School Chaplain”
      Campus ministry staff are Andrew Blake (Director of Mission and Ministry) and Fr. Ben Eichten (School Chaplain).
    2. Our Catholic Identity | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/about-us/our-catholic-identity · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “TG’s chaplain presides over Mass once a week”
      The school chaplain presides over a Mass once a week.
ATheology and curriculum: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and curriculum

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (Eight semester credits are required for graduation (8 semesters / 2 = four full years). Theology is required in every grade, 9 through 12.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Departments | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/academics/academic-departments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Eight Semester Credits Required for Graduation: Grade 9: Introduction to the Bible, and Living in Jesus Christ”
      Theology is required in grade 9 (two semester courses).
      “Grade 10: The Church, and Sacraments: Experiencing the Paschal Mystery”
      Theology is required in grade 10.
      “Grade 11: Christian Morality, and Catholic Social Ethics OR Service & Justice”
      Theology is required in grade 11.
      “Grade 12: Two Senior Electives”
      Grade 12 requires two senior electives in the theology sequence.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkYes (The school states that its curriculum follows the guidelines of the USCCB Doctrinal Elements framework.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Our Catholic Identity | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/about-us/our-catholic-identity · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “follows the guidelines of the Doctrinal Elements of a Curriculum Framework for the Development of Catechetical Materials”
      The school states its curriculum follows the USCCB Doctrinal Elements framework.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredYes (An honors philosophy course (Honors Philosophy of God) is offered.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Departments | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/academics/academic-departments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “This honors course is a survey of the history of western philosophy, particularly focused on the philosophical attempts to explain the origins and purpose of the universe”
      An honors philosophy course is offered.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Yes (Each class period starts with a prayer, as stated on the school's Catholic identity page.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Our Catholic Identity | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/about-us/our-catholic-identity · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Each class period starts with a prayer.”
      Prayer begins every class period, integrating faith into daily instruction.
ACampus culture: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    RetreatsA retreat for every grade (A required day-long retreat is held for freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Retreats | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/ministry/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Each year students are required to participate in one day-long retreat.”
      Students are required to attend a day-long retreat each year.
      “Freshmen: Community Students will spend the day with their classmates engaging in a variety of community challenges”
      A freshman retreat is held.
      “Sophomores: Learning The Sophomore retreat gives students the opportunity to search inwardly”
      A sophomore retreat is held.
      “Juniors: Service Juniors engage in issues concerning service, justice and advocacy.”
      A junior retreat is held.
      “Seniors: Faith Seniors are encouraged to be mindful of the sacredness of their faith journey”
      A senior retreat is held.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffTwo or more (Two campus ministry leaders are named: the Director of Mission and Ministry and the School Chaplain.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Ministry | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Andrew Blake Director of Mission and Ministry Fr. Ben Eichten School Chaplain”
      Campus ministry staff are Andrew Blake (Director of Mission and Ministry) and Fr. Ben Eichten (School Chaplain).
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsTwo or more (Student ministry teams include an Advocacy and Justice Group and a Sacraments, Liturgy, and Prayer Team.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Our Catholic Identity | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/about-us/our-catholic-identity · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Advocacy and Justice Group - dedicated to raising awareness about Catholic Church teachings in regards to justice”
      A student Advocacy and Justice Group focuses on Catholic teaching on justice.
      “Sacraments, Liturgy, and Prayer Team - focused on sharing the Sacraments on campus”
      A student Sacraments, Liturgy, and Prayer Team is listed.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Our Catholic Identity | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/about-us/our-catholic-identity · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Each class period starts with a prayer.”
      Prayer begins every class period, integrating faith into daily instruction.
AService and Catholic social teaching: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Required service hoursNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesYes (The Service and Justice theology course is described through the lens of Catholic social teaching. Catholic Social Ethics is also a theology course option.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Departments | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/academics/academic-departments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “examine it through the lens of Catholic social teaching”
      The Service and Justice theology elective examines social justice through Catholic social teaching.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Yes (Respect life group opportunities are listed among the school's social justice programming.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Service | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/ministry/service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Examples include: mission trip experiences, Lasallian youth service projects, respect life group opportunities”
      Respect life group opportunities are offered.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes
    Sources (1)
    1. Service | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/ministry/service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Our Immersion Trips provide students with transformative experiences by immersing them in different communities and cultures.”
      The school runs service immersion trips.
      “For 2026-2027, students have the opportunity to go to New York, Kansas City, Chicago, Indiana, Montana, and Guatemala.”
      Service immersion trips are offered in 2026-27 to several cities and to Guatemala.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • A required day-long retreat is held for every grade, 9 through 12.
    Sources (1)
    1. Retreats | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/ministry/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Each year students are required to participate in one day-long retreat.”
      Students are required to attend a day-long retreat each year.
      “Freshmen: Community Students will spend the day with their classmates engaging in a variety of community challenges”
      A freshman retreat is held.
  • Theology is required in every grade, eight semesters in total.
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Departments | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/academics/academic-departments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Eight Semester Credits Required for Graduation: Grade 9: Introduction to the Bible, and Living in Jesus Christ”
      Theology is required in grade 9 (two semester courses).
      “Grade 12: Two Senior Electives”
      Grade 12 requires two senior electives in the theology sequence.
  • Each class period starts with a prayer, and the school states its curriculum follows the USCCB Doctrinal Elements framework.
    Sources (1)
    1. Our Catholic Identity | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/about-us/our-catholic-identity · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Each class period starts with a prayer.”
      Prayer begins every class period, integrating faith into daily instruction.
      “follows the guidelines of the Doctrinal Elements of a Curriculum Framework for the Development of Catechetical Materials”
      The school states its curriculum follows the USCCB Doctrinal Elements framework.
  • Service immersion trips and social justice programming are listed, including respect life group opportunities.
    Sources (1)
    1. Service | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/ministry/service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Our Immersion Trips provide students with transformative experiences by immersing them in different communities and cultures.”
      The school runs service immersion trips.
      “Examples include: mission trip experiences, Lasallian youth service projects, respect life group opportunities”
      Respect life group opportunities are offered.

Concerns

  • The published school Mass schedule is monthly for all-school Masses.
    Sources (1)
    1. Our Catholic Identity | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/about-us/our-catholic-identity · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “In addition to daily prayer opportunities in the classroom and monthly all-school Mass”
      The school holds a monthly all-school Mass.
  • Confession is listed only as seasonal reconciliation services.
    Sources (1)
    1. Our Catholic Identity | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/about-us/our-catholic-identity · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Seasonal Reconciliation”
      Confession is offered seasonally.

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Campus ministry home

Totino-Grace Campus Ministry Department

  • Address: 1350 Gardena Avenue NE, Fridley, MN 55432
  • Location: On campus

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Source: totinograce.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

8 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 1 off campus, 7 location not published

Service 2

  • Service immersion tripsOff campus
    2026-27: New York, Kansas City, Chicago, Indiana, Montana, and Guatemala
    Lasallian service immersion trips with community engagement and reflection.
    totinograce.org, totinograce.org
  • Respect life group opportunities
    Listed among the school's social justice programming.
    totinograce.org

Faith formation 1

  • Student Ministry Team
    Weekly lunchtime meetings and one monthly meeting on late-start mornings
    Student-led team that plans liturgies, prayer services, service projects and theme activities.
    totinograce.org

Clubs and groups 1

  • Advocacy and Justice Group
    Student group dedicated to raising awareness about Catholic Church teachings in regards to justice.
    totinograce.org

Liturgy and prayer 1

  • Sacraments, Liturgy, and Prayer Team
    Student team focused on sharing the Sacraments on campus.
    totinograce.org

Retreats 2

Social life 1

  • Wednesday coffee hour with campus ministry
    Wednesdays before school
    Invitation to discipleship with campus ministry.
    totinograce.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (1)
  1. Ministry | Totino-Gracetotinograce.org/ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Andrew Blake Director of Mission and Ministry Fr. Ben Eichten School Chaplain”
    Campus ministry staff are Andrew Blake (Director of Mission and Ministry) and Fr. Ben Eichten (School Chaplain).
    “1350 Gardena Avenue NE Fridley MN 55432”
    The Student Ministry program is at 1350 Gardena Avenue NE, Fridley, MN 55432.
    “1350 Gardena Avenue NE Fridley MN 55432”
    The Student Ministry program is at 1350 Gardena Avenue NE, Fridley, MN 55432.

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Academic Excellence

CAcademic Excellence: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
68 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.89%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.13.3 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeDiocesan school
DioceseArchdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, MN
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)656
Students in grades 9–12656
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio13.3 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges89%
SettingSuburb

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis

The Most Reverend Bernard A. Hebda, Archbishop of Saint Paul and Minneapolis

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Cathedral: Cathedral of Saint Paul

Source: archspm.org, archspm.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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Questions families ask

Is Totino-Grace High School a Catholic high school?
Yes. Totino-Grace High School is a Catholic high school in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. Its sponsor is Christian Brothers (Lasallian) and School Sisters of Notre Dame.
What is Totino-Grace High School’s Compass Score?
88 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Is Totino-Grace High School Compass Recommended?
Yes. Totino-Grace High School meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

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