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#65 of 157 private schools in IA

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Columbus Catholic High School

High School

3231 W 9TH ST, Waterloo, IA 50702

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

247

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

247

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#65 of 157

In Waterloo

#2 of 5

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About Columbus Catholic High School

Columbus Catholic High School is a private high school in Waterloo, IA. Columbus Catholic High School serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Columbus Catholic High School show 73% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it compares0.5 pts above IA schools

6.5

This school 6.5 · Average
IA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Columbus Catholic High School 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.

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How Columbus Catholic High School compares to the 16 public schools in Waterloo, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.7:1

This School

14.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

247

This School

604

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.5

This School

6.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 15.4% vs 0%

Black 6.9% vs 0%

Asian 2.8% vs 0%

Columbus Catholic High School Waterloo Public Avg

All Schools in Waterloo

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Columbus Catholic High School (this school)	—	247	12.7:1	6.5
West High School	0.6 mi	1,713	17.3:1	4.9
Kittrell Elementary School	0.7 mi	613	13.9:1	7.5
Hoover Middle School	1.0 mi	831	16.3:1	7.2
Lou Henry Elementary School	1.0 mi	456	13.4:1	5.4
Kingsley Elementary School	1.4 mi	355	13.7:1	7.3
Lowell Elementary School	1.5 mi	480	12.3:1	7.3
Irving Elementary School	1.6 mi	388	12.1:1	8.0
Orange Elementary School	2.4 mi	507	14.1:1	7.9
East High School	2.7 mi	1,013	19.5:1	4.2
Highland Elementary School	2.9 mi	462	12.5:1	7.5
Expo Alternative Learning Center	3.0 mi	578	18.1:1	3.9
Fred Becker Elementary School	3.2 mi	457	13.4:1	6.5
Cunningham School	3.3 mi	401	12.2:1	5.8
Central Middle School	3.5 mi	466	14.1:1	7.5
Lincoln Elementary School	3.9 mi	492	14.9:1	6.9
George Washington Carver Academy	4.0 mi	447	14:1	6.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B- 4.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.7:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,204

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 48%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 247

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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)

Math Proficiency 72.9% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

67.3% (2025 ISASP)

ELA Proficiency 87.6% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

74.2% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 7 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 69.6%

Hispanic 15.4%

Black 6.9%

Two or More 4.9%

Asian 2.8%

Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3231 W 9TH ST, Waterloo, IA 50702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Columbus Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West High School (rated 4.9/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is East High School (rated 4.2/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Expo Alternative Learning Center (rated 3.9/10, 3.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Waterloo, see our Waterloo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
BLESSED MARIA ASSUNTA PALLOTTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Waterloo	0.0 mi	148	7.6
West High School Waterloo	0.6 mi	1,713	4.9
Kittrell Elementary School Waterloo	0.7 mi	613	7.5
ST EDWARD SCHOOL Waterloo	1.1 mi	307	6.3
Hoover Middle School Waterloo	1.0 mi	831	7.2
Lou Henry Elementary School Waterloo	1.0 mi	456	5.4
Irving Elementary School Waterloo	1.6 mi	388	8.0
Lowell Elementary School Waterloo	1.5 mi	480	7.3
Kingsley Elementary School Waterloo	1.4 mi	355	7.3
WATERLOO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waterloo	1.8 mi	241	5.8
Orange Elementary School Waterloo	2.4 mi	507	7.9
ROYAL LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterloo	2.7 mi	33	5.9
East High School Waterloo	2.7 mi	1,013	4.2
Highland Elementary School Waterloo	2.9 mi	462	7.5
Cunningham School Waterloo	3.3 mi	401	5.8
Expo Alternative Learning Center Waterloo	3.0 mi	578	3.9
Fred Becker Elementary School Waterloo	3.2 mi	457	6.5
George Washington Carver Academy Waterloo	4.0 mi	447	6.2
Lincoln Elementary School Waterloo	3.9 mi	492	6.9
Central Middle School Waterloo	3.5 mi	466	7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 50702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,784

Median Home Value

$145,800

Median Rent

$926/mo

Population

21,197

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

59.5%

Avg Commute

17.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Columbus Catholic High School

What grades does Columbus Catholic High School serve?

Columbus Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Columbus Catholic High School?

Columbus Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Columbus Catholic High School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Columbus Catholic High School rank in IA?

Columbus Catholic High School ranks #65 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is Columbus Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Columbus Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Columbus Catholic High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbus Catholic High School has 73% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is Columbus Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Columbus Catholic High School 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 Columbus Catholic High School a religious school?

Columbus Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 25 Some Transit
Bike Score: 31 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 247
Gender Split: 44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 19
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 172 days
Setting: Small City
County: Black Hawk County
Phone: (319) 232-1422

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