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#87 of 157 private schools in IA

Isaac Newton Christian Academy

School

1635 LINMAR DR NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

274

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

274

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#87 of 157

In Cedar Rapids

#7 of 10

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About Isaac Newton Christian Academy

Isaac Newton Christian Academy is a private school in Cedar Rapids, IA. Isaac Newton Christian Academy serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Isaac Newton Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Isaac Newton Christian Academy show 85% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it comparesOn par with IA schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
IA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Isaac Newton Christian 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.

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How Isaac Newton Christian Academy compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Cedar Rapids, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.6:1

This School

15.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

274

This School

495

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

4.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 89.1% vs 0%

Black 2.9% vs 0%

Asian 2.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.5% vs 0%

Isaac Newton Christian Academy Cedar Rapids Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Isaac Newton Christian Academy (this school)	—	274	11.6:1	6.2
Garfield Elementary School	0.9 mi	202	11.9:1	2.7
Wright Elementary School	1.0 mi	282	15.7:1	4.0
Pierce Elementary School	1.2 mi	335	14.6:1	5.8
John F Kennedy High School	1.3 mi	1,719	18.1:1	4.8
Harrison Elementary School	1.6 mi	288	16:1	3.5
Franklin Middle School	1.7 mi	532	16.1:1	4.2
Kenwood Leadership Academy School	1.7 mi	403	13.9:1	4.5
Arthur Elementary School	1.8 mi	229	15.3:1	4.6
Harding Middle School	1.8 mi	695	15.8:1	6.2
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle	2.0 mi	44	14.7:1	4.0
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Elementary	2.0 mi	16	—:1	—
Johnson STEAM Academy School	2.0 mi	343	14.3:1	3.9
McKinley STEAM Academy	2.1 mi	414	13.8:1	4.3
George Washington High School	2.2 mi	1,233	16.2:1	4.0
Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy	2.3 mi	528	14.7:1	4.5
Madison Elementary School	2.4 mi	159	19.9:1	4.8
Metro High School	2.5 mi	343	13.7:1	3.7
Cedar River Academy at Taylor	2.5 mi	344	11.9:1	3.7
Grant Wood Elementary School	2.8 mi	356	15.5:1	4.1
Cleveland Elementary School	2.8 mi	277	13.2:1	2.8

Showing 20 of 42 schools. View all schools in Cedar Rapids

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

B 5.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 20%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 274

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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 84.5% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

72.4% (2025 ISASP)

ELA Proficiency 89.6% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

75.0% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 19 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 89.1%

Black 2.9%

Asian 2.9%

Two or More 2.9%

Hispanic 1.5%

Native American 0.4%

Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1635 LINMAR DR NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Isaac Newton Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SUMMIT SCHOOLS (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MATTHEW SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hiawatha Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Hiawatha), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cedar Rapids, see our Cedar Rapids schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Garfield Elementary School Cedar Rapids	0.9 mi	202	2.7
Pierce Elementary School Cedar Rapids	1.2 mi	335	5.8
Wright Elementary School Cedar Rapids	1.0 mi	282	4.0
John F Kennedy High School Cedar Rapids	1.3 mi	1,719	4.8
ST PIUS X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Rapids	1.6 mi	322	5.1
REGIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Cedar Rapids	1.3 mi	318	4.9
Harrison Elementary School Cedar Rapids	1.6 mi	288	3.5
Harding Middle School Cedar Rapids	1.8 mi	695	6.2
SUMMIT SCHOOLS Cedar Rapids	1.8 mi	101	7.5
Franklin Middle School Cedar Rapids	1.7 mi	532	4.2
Kenwood Leadership Academy School Cedar Rapids	1.7 mi	403	4.5
McKinley STEAM Academy Cedar Rapids	2.1 mi	414	4.3
Hiawatha Elementary School Hiawatha	2.2 mi	343	6.3
Johnson STEAM Academy School Cedar Rapids	2.0 mi	343	3.9
Arthur Elementary School Cedar Rapids	1.8 mi	229	4.6
ESSENTIAL MONTESSORI Hiawatha	2.2 mi	6	—
Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy Cedar Rapids	2.3 mi	528	4.5
ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Cedar Rapids	1.9 mi	175	6.6
Cedar River Academy at Taylor Cedar Rapids	2.5 mi	344	3.7
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle Cedar Rapids	2.0 mi	44	4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,319

Median Home Value

$188,700

Median Rent

$992/mo

Population

43,076

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

35.9

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MORNING STAR ACADEMY Bettendorf, IA	190	6.0
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Fort Madison, IA	306	6.6
WATERLOO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waterloo, IA	241	5.8
BISHOP GARRIGAN CAMPUS Algona, IA	307	6.7
MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS PK-12 Bellevue, IA	215	6.9
PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Clinton, IA	187	7.1

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 29 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES 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

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