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#110 of 157 private schools in IA

Immaculate Conception School

Elementary School

1203 CLARK ST, Charles City, IA 50616

Private

Enrollment

156

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

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#110 of 157

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Immaculate Conception School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Charles City · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.4/10

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7.4/10

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About Immaculate Conception School

Immaculate Conception School is a private elementary school in Charles City, IA. Immaculate Conception School serves approximately 156 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Immaculate Conception School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #110 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Immaculate Conception School show 80% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it compares0.9 pts below IA schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • IA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 156 students, Immaculate Conception School 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.

Immaculate Conception 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Immaculate Conception School compares to the 4 public schools in Charles City, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
156
This School
vs
362
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.3% vs 0%
Asian 7.7% vs 0%
Black 4.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.5% vs 0%
Immaculate Conception School Charles City Public Avg

All Schools in Charles City

School Rating
Immaculate Conception School (this school) 5.6
Lincoln Elementary School 4.4
Charles City High School 3.7
Charles City Middle School 5.7
Washington Elementary School 7.4

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,231.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 30%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 156
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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 80.0% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
74.0% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 85.6% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
74.6% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 14 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.3%
Asian 7.7%
Black 4.5%
Hispanic 4.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1203 CLARK ST, Charles City, IA 50616

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Immaculate Conception School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RRMR Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Rockford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Springs Elementary School - Nora Springs (rated 7.1/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Nora Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charles City, see our Charles City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Elementary School Charles City 0.5 mi 4.4
Washington Elementary School Charles City 1.0 mi 7.4
Charles City High School Charles City 0.8 mi 3.7
Charles City Middle School Charles City 0.9 mi 5.7
Nashua-Plainfield Elementary School Nashua 10.3 mi 5.7
Nashua-Plainfield Junior-Senior High School Nashua 10.4 mi 7.9
North Butler Jr/Sr High School Greene 13.1 mi 6.5
Osage High School Osage 16.2 mi 6.2
Osage Middle School Osage 16.2 mi 6.7
RRMR Elementary School Rockford 13.2 mi 7.5
Rockford Junior-Senior High School Rockford 13.2 mi 7.8
Lincoln Elementary School Osage 16.8 mi 6.4
Clarksville Elementary School Clarksville 19.2 mi 6.8
Clarksville High School Clarksville 19.2 mi 8.0
Riceville Elementary School Riceville 20.9 mi 6.8
Riceville High School Riceville 20.9 mi 7.8
North Butler Elementary Allison 22.4 mi 7.0
Central Springs Elementary School - Nora Springs Nora Springs 17.6 mi 7.1
Central Springs Middle School Nora Springs 17.6 mi 6.2
New Hampton High School New Hampton 17.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 50616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,226

Median Home Value

$135,000

Median Rent

$628/mo

Population

9,419

College Educated

18.7%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

16.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.9%

Median Age

45.8

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Lamoni Elementary School Lamoni, IA 5.6
Murray Elementary School Murray, IA 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Immaculate Conception School

What grades does Immaculate Conception School serve?

Immaculate Conception School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Immaculate Conception School?

Immaculate Conception School has an enrollment of approximately 156 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Conception School?

The student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Conception School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Immaculate Conception School rank in IA?

Immaculate Conception School ranks #110 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is Immaculate Conception School's MySchoolScout rating?

Immaculate Conception School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Immaculate Conception School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Immaculate Conception School has 80% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is Immaculate Conception School a private school?

Yes, Immaculate Conception 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 Immaculate Conception School a religious school?

Immaculate Conception School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
156
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
171 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Floyd County

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