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#117 of 157 private schools in IA
La Salle Catholic School
Elementary School
835 CHURCH ST, Holy Cross, IA 52053
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#117 of 157
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La Salle Catholic School
Elementary School in Holy Cross · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About La Salle Catholic School
La Salle Catholic School is a private elementary school in Holy Cross, IA. La Salle Catholic School serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. La Salle Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #117 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, La Salle Catholic 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, La Salle Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
La Salle Catholic 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.
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
835 CHURCH ST, Holy Cross, IA 52053
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Salle Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cassville Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Cassville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Peosta Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Peosta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Epworth Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Epworth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Holy Cross, see our Holy Cross schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cassville High Cassville | 7.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Cassville Elementary Cassville | 7.7 mi | 9.2 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Cassville | 7.8 mi | — |
| Drexler Middle School Farley | 10.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Farley Elementary School Farley | 10.8 mi | 6.9 |
| SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farley | 11.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Western Dubuque High School Epworth | 11.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Epworth Elementary School Epworth | 11.4 mi | 8.3 |
| BECKMAN CATHOLIC JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Dyersville | 10.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dyersville | 10.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Dyersville Elementary School Dyersville | 11.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Edgewood-Colesburg Elementary School Edgewood | 10.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Iowa Virtual Academy Guttenberg | 13.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Clayton Ridge High School Guttenberg | 13.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Clayton Ridge Middle School Guttenberg | 13.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Peosta Elementary School Peosta | 13.3 mi | 8.7 |
| SETON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PEOSTA CENTER Peosta | 13.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Carver Elementary School Dubuque | 13.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School Dubuque | 14.0 mi | 7.3 |
| TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Asbury | 14.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,250
Median Home Value
$281,600
Median Rent
$635/mo
Population
1,160
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
1.6%
Median Age
46.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Salle Catholic School
What grades does La Salle Catholic School serve?
La Salle Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend La Salle Catholic School?
La Salle Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Salle Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at La Salle Catholic School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does La Salle Catholic School rank in IA?
La Salle Catholic School ranks #117 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is La Salle Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
La Salle Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is La Salle Catholic School a private school?
Yes, La Salle Catholic 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 La Salle Catholic School a religious school?
La Salle Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Dubuque County
- Phone
- (563) 870-2405
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