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#54 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 34% of private schools
Holy Trinity
Elementary School
2926 BEAVER AVE, Des Moines, IA 50310
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#54 of 157
In Des Moines
#6 of 13
public schools
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Holy Trinity
Elementary School in Des Moines · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Trinity
Holy Trinity is a private elementary school in Des Moines, IA. Holy Trinity serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Trinity has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Holy Trinity 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 compares to 57 public schools serving similar grades in Des Moines, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Trinity (this school) | 6.7 |
| Moore Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Meredith Middle School | 5.5 |
| Woodlawn Early Childhood Center | 2.7 |
| Perkins Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Monroe Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Hillis Elementary School | 3.0 |
| Samuelson Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Cowles Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Windsor Elementary | 6.3 |
| Jessie Franklin Taylor | 3.0 |
| Hubbell Elementary | 5.3 |
| King Elementary School | 3.2 |
| Callanan Middle School | 4.3 |
| Ruby Van Meter | 2.5 |
| Clive Learning Academy | 6.1 |
| Moulton Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Edmunds Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Oak Park | 3.0 |
| Merrill Middle School | 6.2 |
| Greenwood Elementary School | 6.0 |
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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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2926 BEAVER AVE, Des Moines, IA 50310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Trinity may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cowles Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Moore Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Des Moines, see our Des Moines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Perkins Elementary School Des Moines | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Meredith Middle School Des Moines | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Woodlawn Early Childhood Center Des Moines | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Moore Elementary School Des Moines | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Hoover High School Des Moines | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Monroe Elementary School Des Moines | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Samuelson Elementary School Des Moines | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Hillis Elementary School Des Moines | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Roosevelt High School Des Moines | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Hubbell Elementary Des Moines | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Urbandale | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Windsor Elementary Des Moines | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Cowles Elementary School Des Moines | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Callanan Middle School Des Moines | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Ruby Van Meter Des Moines | 2.4 mi | 2.5 |
| King Elementary School Des Moines | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Jessie Franklin Taylor Des Moines | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| ST AUGUSTIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Des Moines | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50310 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,473
Median Home Value
$213,800
Median Rent
$1,043/mo
Population
31,283
College Educated
36.4%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Atkins Elementary School Atkins, IA | 6.7 |
| Franklin Elementary Sch Marshalltown, IA | 6.7 |
| Franklin Elementary School Boone, IA | 6.7 |
| LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bettendorf, IA | 6.7 |
| ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Des Moines, IA | 6.7 |
| Solon Intermediate Solon, IA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Trinity
What grades does Holy Trinity serve?
Holy Trinity serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Trinity?
Holy Trinity has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Trinity?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Trinity is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Trinity rank in IA?
Holy Trinity ranks #54 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Holy Trinity's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Trinity 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.
Is Holy Trinity a private school?
Yes, Holy Trinity 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 a religious school?
Holy Trinity has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (515) 255-3162
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