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#44 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 27% of private schools
Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12
School
502 FRANKLIN ST, Bellevue, IA 52031
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#44 of 157
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Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12
School in Bellevue · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12
Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 is a private school in Bellevue, IA. Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 show 88% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 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 Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 compares to the 2 public schools in Bellevue, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bellevue
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 (this school) | 6.9 |
| Bellevue Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Bellevue High School | 6.7 |
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 4 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
502 FRANKLIN ST, Bellevue, IA 52031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 may also want to explore other schools in the area. Andrew Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Andrew), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Hazel Green), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Galena Elementary and Middle Sch (rated 8.7/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Galena), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bellevue, see our Bellevue schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,243
Median Home Value
$231,300
Median Rent
$747/mo
Population
5,490
College Educated
25.6%
Homeownership
85.7%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Clinton, IA | 7.1 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Remsen, IA | 7.1 |
| TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Asbury, IA | 6.7 |
| CEDAR VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cedar Rapids, IA | 7.3 |
| ISAAC NEWTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cedar Rapids, IA | 6.2 |
| MORNING STAR ACADEMY Bettendorf, IA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12
What grades does Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 serve?
Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12?
Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12?
The student-teacher ratio at Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 rank in IA?
Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 ranks #44 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12's MySchoolScout rating?
Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 has 88% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 a private school?
Yes, Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 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 Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 a religious school?
Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 215
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (563) 872-3356
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