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#87 of 157 private schools in IA
Isaac Newton Christian Academy
School · Cedar Rapids, IA
A private school in Cedar Rapids, IA serving grades Pre-K – 12th.
1635 LINMAR DR NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
- Math 85% vs IA 72% (2025)
- Reading 90% vs IA 75% (2025)
- 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
2025 ISASP proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. IA average.
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A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Isaac Newton Christian Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 24Car-Dependent
- Transit 18Minimal Transit
- Bike 29Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High2,957/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$71,319
Median home value
$188,700
Median rent
$992/mo
College educated
41.4%
Homeownership
64.9%
Poverty rate
12.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 52402; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
2 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Valley Christian SchoolPrivate · tuition | 7.3 | PK–12 | 3.0 mi | 133 | Compare → |
| Truman Early Learning CenterEnrollment path unverified | Not rated | PK | 4.0 mi | 298 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Isaac Newton Christian Academy is listed in Cedar Rapids, IA; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Isaac Newton Christian Academy
Isaac Newton Christian Academy is a private school in Cedar Rapids, IA, serving approximately 274 students in grades Pre-K-12th with a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 157 private schools in IA. State assessment records show 85% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Isaac Newton Christian Academy
What grades does Isaac Newton Christian Academy serve?
Isaac Newton Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Isaac Newton Christian Academy?
Isaac Newton Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Isaac Newton Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Isaac Newton Christian Academy is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Isaac Newton Christian Academy rank in IA?
Isaac Newton Christian Academy ranks #87 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Isaac Newton Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Isaac Newton Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Isaac Newton Christian Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Isaac Newton Christian Academy has 85% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is Isaac Newton Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Isaac Newton Christian 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 Isaac Newton Christian Academy a religious school?
Isaac Newton Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 274
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Linn County
- Phone
- (319) 743-5540
- Area population (ZIP 52402)
- 43,076
- Area average commute
- 17.8 min
- Area median age
- 35.9
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 ISASP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 ISASP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 ISASP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 ISASP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 52402; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments 2025 ISASP; directory SY 2021–22
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