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#96 of 157 private schools in IA

Newman Catholic Elementary School

Elementary School

2000 S MCKINLEY AVE, Mason City, IA 50401

Private

Enrollment

239

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Iowa private schools

#96 of 157

In Mason City

#1 of 3

public schools

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Newman Catholic Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Mason City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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About Newman Catholic Elementary School

Newman Catholic Elementary School is a private elementary school in Mason City, IA. Newman Catholic Elementary School serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Newman Catholic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #96 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Newman Catholic Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it compares0.5 pts below IA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • IA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Newman Catholic Elementary 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

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How Newman Catholic Elementary School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Mason City, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
This School
vs
12.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
239
This School
vs
373
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.5% vs 0%
Black 3.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.3% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
Newman Catholic Elementary School Mason City Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Newman Catholic Elementary School (this school) 6.0
Lincoln Intermediate 6.6
Hoover Elementary School 4.9
Roosevelt Elementary School 6.4
Jefferson Elementary School 8.6
Harding Elementary School 6.8

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,332
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 27%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 239
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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 76.1% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
74.6% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 73.7% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
72.3% (2025 ISASP)

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

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 84.5%
Black 3.8%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 3.3%
Two or More 3.3%
Pacific Islander 1.3%
Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2000 S MCKINLEY AVE, Mason City, IA 50401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Newman Catholic Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clear Creek Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Clear Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Springs Elementary School - Nora Springs (rated 7.1/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Nora Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mason City, see our Mason City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.3 mi
School Distance Rating
NEWMAN CATHOLIC Mason City 0.0 mi 5.4
Hoover Elementary School Mason City 2.0 mi 4.9
Mason City Virtual Academy Mason City 2.0 mi 2.4
Lincoln Intermediate Mason City 2.0 mi 6.6
Roosevelt Elementary School Mason City 2.1 mi 6.4
NORTH IOWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mason City 2.7 mi 5.6
Harding Elementary School Mason City 3.5 mi 6.8
Jefferson Elementary School Mason City 3.3 mi 8.6
John Adams Middle School Mason City 3.6 mi 5.2
Mason City High School Mason City 3.7 mi 3.7
Alternative School Mason City 3.8 mi 2.2
Clear Lake High School Clear Lake 6.6 mi 8.8
Clear Lake Middle School Clear Lake 6.6 mi 7.4
Clear Creek Elementary School Clear Lake 6.8 mi 7.3
West Fork Elementary at Rockwell Rockwell 10.6 mi 5.2
Central Springs Elementary Manly Campus Manly 10.8 mi 6.3
Central Springs High School Manly 10.8 mi 6.9
Central Springs Elementary School - Nora Springs Nora Springs 11.8 mi 7.1
Central Springs Middle School Nora Springs 11.8 mi 6.2
West Fork High School Sheffield 16.3 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 50401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,807

Median Home Value

$134,100

Median Rent

$868/mo

Population

28,818

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

13.9 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

42.5

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Greenwood Elementary School Des Moines, IA 6.0
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ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL De Witt, IA 6.0
Shannon Elementary School Monticello, IA 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Newman Catholic Elementary School

What grades does Newman Catholic Elementary School serve?

Newman Catholic Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Newman Catholic Elementary School?

Newman Catholic Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Newman Catholic Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Newman Catholic Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Newman Catholic Elementary School rank in IA?

Newman Catholic Elementary School ranks #96 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is Newman Catholic Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Newman Catholic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Newman Catholic Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Newman Catholic Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is Newman Catholic Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Newman Catholic Elementary 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 Newman Catholic Elementary School a religious school?

Newman Catholic Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
239
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Cerro Gordo County
Phone
(641) 423-3101

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