Very Good
#34 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 21% of private schools
Faith Academy
Elementary School
1030 CROSS PARK AVE, Iowa City, IA 52240
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#34 of 157
In Iowa City
#1 of 4
public schools
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Faith Academy
Elementary School in Iowa City · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Faith Academy
Faith Academy is a private elementary school in Iowa City, IA. Faith Academy serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Faith Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Faith Academy show 50% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 88 students, Faith Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Faith Academy 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 Faith Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Iowa City, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Faith Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| Mark Twain Elementary | 7.5 |
| Grant Wood Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Longfellow Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Alexander Elementary | 7.8 |
| Robert Lucas Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Ernest Horn Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Helen Lemme Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 6.6 |
| ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program | 4.0 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Bohumil Shimek Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Weber Elementary | 4.9 |
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 9 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1030 CROSS PARK AVE, Iowa City, IA 52240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Faith Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Herbert Hoover Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Alexander Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Horace Mann Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Iowa City, see our Iowa City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,189
Median Home Value
$241,100
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
36,046
College Educated
46.6%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
28.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fremont Elementary Fremont, IA | 7.2 |
| Odebolt Elementary-Odebolt Odebolt, IA | 7.2 |
| EMMETSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOOL Emmetsburg, IA | 7.3 |
| Earlville Elementary School Earlville, IA | 7.1 |
| IRETON CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Ireton, IA | 7.1 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Marion, IA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Faith Academy
What grades does Faith Academy serve?
Faith Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Faith Academy?
Faith Academy has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Faith Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Faith Academy is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Faith Academy rank in IA?
Faith Academy ranks #34 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Faith Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Faith Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Faith Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Faith Academy has 50% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is Faith Academy a private school?
Yes, Faith Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Faith Academy a religious school?
Faith Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 88
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Johnson County
- Phone
- (319) 351-4860
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