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#52 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 33% of private schools
Lourdes Catholic School
Elementary School
1453 MISSISSIPPI BLVD, Bettendorf, IA 52722
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#52 of 157
In Bettendorf
#2 of 3
public schools
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Lourdes Catholic School
Elementary School in Bettendorf · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lourdes Catholic School
Lourdes Catholic School is a private elementary school in Bettendorf, IA. Lourdes Catholic School serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lourdes Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #52 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Lourdes Catholic School show 88% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Lourdes 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Lourdes Catholic School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Bettendorf, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lourdes Catholic School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Mark Twain Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Neil Armstrong Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Bettendorf Middle School | 6.6 |
| Grant Wood Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Riverdale Heights Elem School | 8.1 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Paul Norton Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Hopewell Elementary | 8.3 |
| Pleasant View Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Forest Grove Elementary | 9.1 |
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 14 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1453 MISSISSIPPI BLVD, Bettendorf, IA 52722
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lourdes Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverdale Heights Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paul Norton Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Neil Armstrong Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bettendorf, see our Bettendorf schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERMONT COLLEGIATE Bettendorf | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Mark Twain Elementary School Bettendorf | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Bettendorf Middle School Bettendorf | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Grant Wood Elementary School Bettendorf | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Neil Armstrong Elementary School Bettendorf | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| McKinley Elementary School Davenport | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary School Bettendorf | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Willard Elem School Moline | 2.2 mi | 2.7 |
| SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Moline | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Lincoln-Irving Elem School Moline | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Bettendorf High School Bettendorf | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MORNING STAR ACADEMY Bettendorf | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Riverdale Heights Elem School Bettendorf | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Logan Elem School Moline | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Eisenhower Elementary School Davenport | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Children's Village At Hoover Davenport | 2.0 mi | 2.6 |
| John Deere Middle School Moline | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Paul Norton Elementary School Bettendorf | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Longfellow Elem School Rock Island | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Moline | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52722 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,763
Median Home Value
$300,800
Median Rent
$1,150/mo
Population
40,878
College Educated
51.7%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central City Elementary School Central City, IA | 6.7 |
| Dexter Elementary School Dexter, IA | 6.7 |
| HOLY TRINITY Des Moines, IA | 6.7 |
| MATER DEI SCHOOL Sioux City, IA | 6.7 |
| ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Des Moines, IA | 6.7 |
| Solon Intermediate Solon, IA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lourdes Catholic School
What grades does Lourdes Catholic School serve?
Lourdes Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lourdes Catholic School?
Lourdes Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lourdes Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lourdes Catholic School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lourdes Catholic School rank in IA?
Lourdes Catholic School ranks #52 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Lourdes Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lourdes Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Lourdes Catholic School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lourdes Catholic School has 88% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is Lourdes Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Lourdes 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 Lourdes Catholic School a religious school?
Lourdes Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 236
- Gender Split
- 73% M / 27% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Scott County
- Phone
- (563) 359-3466
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