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#86 of 157 private schools in IA

Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School

Middle School

2005 KANE ST, Dubuque, IA 52001

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

341

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

341

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#86 of 157

In Dubuque

#2 of 4

public schools

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About Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School

Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School is a private middle school in Dubuque, IA. Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School show 88% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it compares0.5 pts below IA schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
IA avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle 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.

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How Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School compares to the 18 public schools in Dubuque, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.5:1

This School

13.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

341

This School

554

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

5.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 89.1% vs 0%

Hispanic 5% vs 0%

Black 2.6% vs 0%

Asian 0.6% vs 0%

Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School Dubuque Public Avg

All Schools in Dubuque

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School (this school)	—	341	13.5:1	6.2
Dubuque Online School	0.5 mi	242	22:1	—
Eisenhower Elementary School	0.6 mi	595	16.5:1	6.2
John Kennedy Elementary School	1.0 mi	535	14.1:1	6.2
Dubuque Senior High School	1.1 mi	1,466	11.3:1	5.1
Hoover Elementary School	1.2 mi	286	13:1	4.3
Irving Elementary School	1.3 mi	407	13.6:1	5.3
Hempstead High School	1.7 mi	1,549	15.3:1	3.7
Lincoln Elementary School	1.9 mi	249	8.9:1	3.8
George Washington Middle School	2.0 mi	607	11.7:1	6.1
Audubon Elementary School	2.1 mi	268	8.4:1	2.8
Thomas Jefferson Middle School	2.2 mi	454	10.1:1	4.4
Prescott Elementary School	2.3 mi	383	8.9:1	3.0
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School	2.5 mi	1,063	14:1	7.3
Carver Elementary School	2.5 mi	501	15.2:1	7.4
Marshall Elementary School	2.6 mi	335	10.8:1	5.2
Bryant Elementary School	2.7 mi	314	14.3:1	7.9
Sageville Elementary School	3.5 mi	309	13.4:1	6.8
Table Mound Elementary School	4.2 mi	407	13.6:1	5.1

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C+ 3.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 20%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 341

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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)

Math Proficiency 88.4% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

73.4% (2025 ISASP)

ELA Proficiency 92.9% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

76.8% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 7 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 89.1%

Hispanic 5.0%

Black 2.6%

Pacific Islander 2.6%

Asian 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2005 KANE ST, Dubuque, IA 52001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Washington Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Thomas Jefferson Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dubuque, see our Dubuque schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Dubuque	0.0 mi	1,018	5.5
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE Dubuque	0.0 mi	239	6.4
Dubuque Online School Dubuque	0.5 mi	242	—
Eisenhower Elementary School Dubuque	0.6 mi	595	6.2
Dubuque Senior High School Dubuque	1.1 mi	1,466	5.1
John Kennedy Elementary School Dubuque	1.0 mi	535	6.2
Irving Elementary School Dubuque	1.3 mi	407	5.3
Hoover Elementary School Dubuque	1.2 mi	286	4.3
Hempstead High School Dubuque	1.7 mi	1,549	3.7
George Washington Middle School Dubuque	2.0 mi	607	6.1
Lincoln Elementary School Dubuque	1.9 mi	249	3.8
Audubon Elementary School Dubuque	2.1 mi	268	2.8
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Dubuque	2.2 mi	454	4.4
Prescott Elementary School Dubuque	2.3 mi	383	3.0
Bryant Elementary School Dubuque	2.7 mi	314	7.9
TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Asbury	2.3 mi	156	6.7
ST COLUMBKILLE SCHOOL Dubuque	2.7 mi	294	4.7
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School Dubuque	2.5 mi	1,063	7.3
Carver Elementary School Dubuque	2.5 mi	501	7.4
GOLDEN ELEMENTARY MONTESSORI Dubuque	2.8 mi	3	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,882

Median Home Value

$168,900

Median Rent

$916/mo

Population

43,064

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

62.4%

Avg Commute

14.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.9%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School

What grades does Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School serve?

Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School?

Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School rank in IA?

Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School ranks #86 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School has 88% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School a private school?

Yes, Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle 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 Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School a religious school?

Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 20 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 24 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 6th – 8th
Enrollment: 341
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 25
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Dubuque County
Phone: (563) 582-1198

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