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#124 of 157 private schools in IA
Newman Catholic
School
2445 19TH ST SW, Mason City, IA 50401
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#124 of 157
In Mason City
#3 of 3
public schools
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Newman Catholic
School in Mason City · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Newman Catholic Elementary School
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About Newman Catholic
Newman Catholic is a private school in Mason City, IA. Newman Catholic serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Newman Catholic has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #124 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Newman Catholic 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 Newman Catholic compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Mason City, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Newman Catholic (this school) | 5.4 |
| Hoover Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Mason City Virtual Academy | 2.4 |
| Lincoln Intermediate | 6.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Jefferson Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Harding Elementary School | 6.8 |
| John Adams Middle School | 5.2 |
| Mason City High School | 3.7 |
| Alternative School | 2.2 |
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
2445 19TH ST SW, Mason City, IA 50401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newman Catholic may also want to explore other schools in the area. Clear Lake High School (rated 8.8/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Clear Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clear Lake Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Clear Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mason City, see our Mason City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.3 miNeighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST EDMOND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Dodge, IA | 5.3 |
| BURLINGTON NOTRE DAME Burlington, IA | 5.7 |
| ST EDMOND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Dodge, IA | 5.0 |
| ST ALBERT CATHOLIC Council Bluffs, IA | 5.9 |
| GRAND VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Des Moines, IA | 4.7 |
| NETHERLANDS REFORMED CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rock Valley, IA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newman Catholic
What grades does Newman Catholic serve?
Newman Catholic serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Newman Catholic?
Newman Catholic has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newman Catholic?
The student-teacher ratio at Newman Catholic is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Newman Catholic rank in IA?
Newman Catholic ranks #124 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Newman Catholic's MySchoolScout rating?
Newman Catholic has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Newman Catholic a private school?
Yes, Newman Catholic 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 a religious school?
Newman Catholic has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 554
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Cerro Gordo County
- Phone
- (641) 423-6939
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