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#61 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 38% of private schools
Holy Trinity Catholic Schools
School
2600 AVE A, Fort Madison, IA 52627
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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About Holy Trinity Catholic Schools
Holy Trinity Catholic Schools is a private school in Fort Madison, IA. Holy Trinity Catholic Schools serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Trinity Catholic Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Holy Trinity Catholic Schools show 78% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Holy Trinity Catholic Schools sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Holy Trinity Catholic Schools 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 Holy Trinity Catholic Schools compares to the 4 public schools in Fort Madison, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Fort Madison
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Catholic Schools (this school) | 6.6 |
| Fort Madison High School | 3.7 |
| Richardson Elementary School | 3.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 2.7 |
| Fort Madison Middle School | 4.4 |
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
2600 AVE A, Fort Madison, IA 52627
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Trinity Catholic Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. Danville Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Danville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Lee High School (rated 7.6/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Donnellson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Keokuk Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Keokuk), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Madison, see our Fort Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Madison High School Fort Madison | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Richardson Elementary School Fort Madison | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Fort Madison | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Fort Madison Middle School Fort Madison | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Nauvoo Elem School Nauvoo | 5.6 mi | 4.5 |
| STS PETER & PAUL Nauvoo | 6.2 mi | 4.5 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Point | 7.9 mi | 5.7 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY West Point | 7.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Central Lee Middle School Donnellson | 9.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Central Lee Elementary School Donnellson | 9.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Central Lee High School Donnellson | 10.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Dallas City Elem School Dallas City | 9.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Keokuk | 15.3 mi | 4.9 |
| KEOKUK CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Keokuk | 15.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Danville Elementary School Danville | 15.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Danville Junior-Senior High School Danville | 15.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Keokuk Middle School Keokuk | 15.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Keokuk High School Keokuk | 15.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Torrence Elementary Keokuk | 15.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Hamilton High School Hamilton | 16.6 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52627 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,864
Median Home Value
$111,700
Median Rent
$830/mo
Population
12,585
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
42.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BISHOP GARRIGAN CAMPUS Algona, IA | 6.7 |
| MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS PK-12 Bellevue, IA | 6.9 |
| ISAAC NEWTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cedar Rapids, IA | 6.2 |
| PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Clinton, IA | 7.1 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Remsen, IA | 7.1 |
| MORNING STAR ACADEMY Bettendorf, IA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Trinity Catholic Schools
What grades does Holy Trinity Catholic Schools serve?
Holy Trinity Catholic Schools serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Holy Trinity Catholic Schools?
Holy Trinity Catholic Schools has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Trinity Catholic Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Trinity Catholic Schools is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Trinity Catholic Schools rank in IA?
Holy Trinity Catholic Schools ranks #61 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Holy Trinity Catholic Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Trinity Catholic Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Holy Trinity Catholic Schools?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holy Trinity Catholic Schools has 78% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is Holy Trinity Catholic Schools a private school?
Yes, Holy Trinity Catholic Schools 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 Holy Trinity Catholic Schools a religious school?
Holy Trinity Catholic Schools has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 306
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- (319) 372-2486
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