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#78 of 157 private schools in IA

Top 49% of private schools

Our Lady of Guadalupe

Elementary School

2005 KANE ST, Dubuque, IA 52001

Private

Enrollment

239

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Iowa private schools

#78 of 157

In Dubuque

#1 of 4

public schools

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Our Lady of Guadalupe

6.4/10

Elementary School in Dubuque · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Our Lady of Guadalupe

Our Lady of Guadalupe is a private elementary school in Dubuque, IA. Our Lady of Guadalupe serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Guadalupe has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #78 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Our Lady of Guadalupe show 88% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it comparesOn par with IA schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • IA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Our Lady of Guadalupe 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 Our Lady of Guadalupe compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Dubuque, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
239
This School
vs
382
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 78.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.8% vs 0%
Black 7.9% vs 0%
Asian 2.9% vs 0%
Our Lady of Guadalupe Dubuque Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady of Guadalupe (this school) 6.4
Eisenhower Elementary School 6.2
John Kennedy Elementary School 6.2
Hoover Elementary School 4.3
Irving Elementary School 5.3
Lincoln Elementary School 3.8
Audubon Elementary School 2.8
Prescott Elementary School 3.0
Carver Elementary School 7.4
Marshall Elementary School 5.2
Bryant Elementary School 7.9
Sageville Elementary School 6.8
Table Mound Elementary School 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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 35%
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 88.0% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
74.6% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 92.1% (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 78.7%
Hispanic 8.8%
Black 7.9%
Asian 2.9%
Native American 0.8%
Two or More 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2005 KANE ST, Dubuque, IA 52001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Guadalupe may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bryant Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carver Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Eisenhower Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dubuque, see our Dubuque schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MAZZUCHELLI CATHOLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL Dubuque 0.0 mi 6.2
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Dubuque 0.0 mi 5.5
Dubuque Online School Dubuque 0.5 mi
Eisenhower Elementary School Dubuque 0.6 mi 6.2
Dubuque Senior High School Dubuque 1.1 mi 5.1
John Kennedy Elementary School Dubuque 1.0 mi 6.2
Irving Elementary School Dubuque 1.3 mi 5.3
Hoover Elementary School Dubuque 1.2 mi 4.3
Hempstead High School Dubuque 1.7 mi 3.7
George Washington Middle School Dubuque 2.0 mi 6.1
Lincoln Elementary School Dubuque 1.9 mi 3.8
Audubon Elementary School Dubuque 2.1 mi 2.8
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Dubuque 2.2 mi 4.4
Prescott Elementary School Dubuque 2.3 mi 3.0
Bryant Elementary School Dubuque 2.7 mi 7.9
TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Asbury 2.3 mi 6.7
ST COLUMBKILLE SCHOOL Dubuque 2.7 mi 4.7
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School Dubuque 2.5 mi 7.3
Carver Elementary School Dubuque 2.5 mi 7.4
GOLDEN ELEMENTARY MONTESSORI Dubuque 2.8 mi

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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CAM Elementary School Massena, IA 6.4
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AQUIN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cascade, IA 6.5
Buffalo Elementary School Buffalo, IA 6.5
Franklin Elementary School Muscatine, IA 6.5
Fremont-Mills Elementary School Tabor, IA 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Guadalupe

What grades does Our Lady of Guadalupe serve?

Our Lady of Guadalupe serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Guadalupe?

Our Lady of Guadalupe has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Guadalupe?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Guadalupe is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady of Guadalupe rank in IA?

Our Lady of Guadalupe ranks #78 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is Our Lady of Guadalupe's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Guadalupe has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Our Lady of Guadalupe?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Our Lady of Guadalupe has 88% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is Our Lady of Guadalupe a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of Guadalupe 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 Our Lady of Guadalupe a religious school?

Our Lady of Guadalupe 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

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
239
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Dubuque County

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