Very Good
#41 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 26% of private schools
Keokuk Catholic Schools
Elementary School
2981 PLANK RD, Keokuk, IA 52632
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#41 of 157
In Keokuk
#1 of 2
public schools
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Keokuk Catholic Schools
Elementary School in Keokuk · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Keokuk Catholic Schools
Keokuk Catholic Schools is a private elementary school in Keokuk, IA. Keokuk Catholic Schools serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Keokuk Catholic Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Keokuk Catholic Schools show 91% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 67 students, Keokuk Catholic Schools 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.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Keokuk Catholic Schools sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Keokuk 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 Keokuk Catholic Schools compares to the 5 public schools in Keokuk, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Keokuk
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Keokuk Catholic Schools (this school) | 7.0 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Keokuk High School | 5.0 |
| Keokuk Middle School | 7.5 |
| Torrence Elementary | 3.0 |
| George Washington Elementary School | 4.8 |
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 2 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2981 PLANK RD, Keokuk, IA 52632
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Keokuk Catholic Schools may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hamilton Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Hamilton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RUNNING FOX ELEM. (rated 6.2/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Central Lee Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Donnellson), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Keokuk, see our Keokuk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Elementary School Keokuk | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Keokuk High School Keokuk | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Keokuk Middle School Keokuk | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Torrence Elementary Keokuk | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| KEOKUK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Keokuk | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| George Washington Elementary School Keokuk | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Hamilton High School Hamilton | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Warsaw Elem School Warsaw | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Warsaw Sr High School Warsaw | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Hamilton Elementary School Hamilton | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| STS PETER & PAUL Nauvoo | 9.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Nauvoo Elem School Nauvoo | 11.0 mi | 4.5 |
| RUNNING FOX ELEM. Alexandria | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Central Lee Middle School Donnellson | 12.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Central Lee Elementary School Donnellson | 12.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Central Lee High School Donnellson | 12.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Richardson Elementary School Fort Madison | 14.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Fort Madison Middle School Fort Madison | 14.8 mi | 4.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Fort Madison | 15.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Fort Madison | 15.3 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,547
Median Home Value
$108,400
Median Rent
$803/mo
Population
11,904
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
14.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Paton-Churdan Elementary Churdan, IA | 7.0 |
| SHELBY COUNTY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Harlan, IA | 7.0 |
| IRETON CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Ireton, IA | 7.1 |
| WILLOWWIND SCHOOL Iowa City, IA | 7.1 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Iowa City, IA | 7.2 |
| QUAD CITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Davenport, IA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Keokuk Catholic Schools
What grades does Keokuk Catholic Schools serve?
Keokuk Catholic Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Keokuk Catholic Schools?
Keokuk Catholic Schools has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Keokuk Catholic Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Keokuk Catholic Schools is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Keokuk Catholic Schools rank in IA?
Keokuk Catholic Schools ranks #41 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Keokuk Catholic Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Keokuk Catholic Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Keokuk Catholic Schools?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Keokuk Catholic Schools has 91% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is Keokuk Catholic Schools a private school?
Yes, Keokuk 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 Keokuk Catholic Schools a religious school?
Keokuk Catholic Schools has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 67
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- (319) 524-5450
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