This was 7.9 percent lower than the state average of 48.4 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 11,934.
88.1 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in St. Peter for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 844 | 11.9 |
| Regular high school diploma | 1,555 | 22 |
| GED or alternative credential | 244 | 3.4 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 669 | 9.4 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 900 | 12.7 |
| Associate's degree | 788 | 11.1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 1,183 | 16.7 |
| Master's degree | 626 | 8.8 |
| Professional school degree | 62 | 0.9 |
| Doctorate degree | 209 | 3 |
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