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#81 of 157 private schools in IA
Mayflower Heritage Christian School
Elementary School
604 E TOWNLINE ST, Creston, IA 50801
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#81 of 157
In Creston
#1 of 2
public schools
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Mayflower Heritage Christian School
Elementary School in Creston · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mayflower Heritage Christian School
Mayflower Heritage Christian School is a private elementary school in Creston, IA. Mayflower Heritage Christian School serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mayflower Heritage Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #81 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Mayflower Heritage Christian 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, Mayflower Heritage Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mayflower Heritage Christian 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 Mayflower Heritage Christian School compares to the 4 public schools in Creston, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Creston
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mayflower Heritage Christian School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Creston Early Childhood Center | 6.8 |
| Creston High School | 7.6 |
| Creston Middle School | 8.0 |
| Creston Elementary School | 7.8 |
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
604 E TOWNLINE ST, Creston, IA 50801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mayflower Heritage Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Union Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Afton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mount Ayr Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 25.3 miles away, in nearby Mount Ayr), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Corning Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 20.9 miles away, in nearby Corning), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Creston, see our Creston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Creston Early Childhood Center Creston | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Creston High School Creston | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ST MALACHY SCHOOL Creston | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Creston Middle School Creston | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Creston Elementary School Creston | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Orient Elementary School Orient | 9.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Orient-Macksburg Senior High School Orient | 9.5 mi | 5.8 |
| East Union Elementary Afton | 9.6 mi | 8.9 |
| East Union Middle-High School Afton | 9.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Diagonal Elementary School Diagonal | 18.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Nodaway Valley Elementary School Greenfield | 17.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Diagonal Junior-Senior High School Diagonal | 18.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Nodaway Valley High School Greenfield | 17.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Lenox Elementary School Lenox | 17.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Lenox High School Lenox | 17.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Nodaway Valley Middle School Fontanelle | 18.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Mount Ayr Elementary Mount Ayr | 25.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Mount Ayr High School Mount Ayr | 25.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Southwest Valley High school Corning | 20.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Corning Elementary School Corning | 20.9 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,453
Median Home Value
$120,700
Median Rent
$676/mo
Population
9,027
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
70.1%
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
40.2
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|---|---|
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Anamosa, IA | 6.2 |
| DANBURY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Danbury, IA | 6.4 |
| Diagonal Elementary School Diagonal, IA | 6.4 |
| AMES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ames, IA | 6.5 |
| DES MOINES ADVENTIST SCHOOL Des Moines, IA | 6.5 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Latimer, IA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mayflower Heritage Christian School
What grades does Mayflower Heritage Christian School serve?
Mayflower Heritage Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mayflower Heritage Christian School?
Mayflower Heritage Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mayflower Heritage Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mayflower Heritage Christian School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mayflower Heritage Christian School rank in IA?
Mayflower Heritage Christian School ranks #81 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Mayflower Heritage Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mayflower Heritage Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mayflower Heritage Christian School a private school?
Yes, Mayflower Heritage Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mayflower Heritage Christian School a religious school?
Mayflower Heritage Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (641) 782-0026
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