Average
#56 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 35% of private schools
Bishop Garrigan Campus
School
1224 N MCCOY ST, Algona, IA 50511
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
0.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
0.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#56 of 157
In Algona
#1 of 2
public schools
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Bishop Garrigan Campus
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About Bishop Garrigan Campus
Bishop Garrigan Campus is a private school in Algona, IA. Bishop Garrigan Campus serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 0.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop Garrigan Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Bishop Garrigan Campus show 77% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 0.9:1 students to teachers, Bishop Garrigan Campus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bishop Garrigan Campus is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bishop Garrigan Campus compares to the 5 public schools in Algona, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Algona
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop Garrigan Campus (this school) | 6.7 |
| Bertha Godfrey Elementary School | 4.4 |
| Algona Middle School | 7.8 |
| Algona High School | 5.2 |
| Lucia Wallace Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Bryant Elementary School | 8.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IA
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 21 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1224 N MCCOY ST, Algona, IA 50511
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop Garrigan Campus may also want to explore other schools in the area. North Union Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Fenton), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Kossuth Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Swea City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taft Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 24.6 miles away, in nearby Humboldt), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Algona, see our Algona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bertha Godfrey Elementary School Algona | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| SETON GRADE SCHOOL Algona | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Algona High School Algona | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Algona Middle School Algona | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Lucia Wallace Elementary School Algona | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Bryant Elementary School Algona | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| North Union Elementary Fenton | 12.6 mi | 9.8 |
| Twin Rivers Elementary School Bode | 15.2 mi | 6.1 |
| West Bend-Mallard Elementary School West Bend | 14.7 mi | 7.8 |
| West Bend-Mallard Middle School West Bend | 14.7 mi | 6.7 |
| West Bend-Mallard High School West Bend | 14.7 mi | 5.3 |
| North Kossuth Elementary School Swea City | 21.6 mi | 9.3 |
| North Union Middle School Swea City | 21.6 mi | 8.6 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Humboldt | 24.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Taft Elementary School Humboldt | 24.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Clyde D Mease Elementary School Dakota City | 24.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Humboldt High School Humboldt | 25.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Humboldt Middle School Humboldt | 25.2 mi | 8.4 |
| West Hancock High School Britt | 20.1 mi | 8.9 |
| West Hancock Elementary School Britt | 20.1 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50511 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,256
Median Home Value
$180,600
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
6,987
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
71.1%
Avg Commute
12.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANKENY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ankeny, IA | 6.6 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Fort Madison, IA | 6.6 |
| MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS PK-12 Bellevue, IA | 6.9 |
| PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Clinton, IA | 7.1 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Remsen, IA | 7.1 |
| ISAAC NEWTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cedar Rapids, IA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop Garrigan Campus
What grades does Bishop Garrigan Campus serve?
Bishop Garrigan Campus serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Bishop Garrigan Campus?
Bishop Garrigan Campus has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Garrigan Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Garrigan Campus is 0.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bishop Garrigan Campus rank in IA?
Bishop Garrigan Campus ranks #56 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Bishop Garrigan Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop Garrigan Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bishop Garrigan Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bishop Garrigan Campus has 77% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is Bishop Garrigan Campus a private school?
Yes, Bishop Garrigan Campus is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bishop Garrigan Campus a religious school?
Bishop Garrigan Campus has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 307
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 353
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Kossuth County
- Phone
- (515) 295-3521
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