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#68 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 43% of private schools
Regina Catholic Education Center
School
2150 ROCHESTER AVE, Iowa City, IA 52245
Enrollment
831
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
831
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#68 of 157
In Iowa City
#3 of 4
public schools
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About Regina Catholic Education Center
Regina Catholic Education Center is a private school in Iowa City, IA. Regina Catholic Education Center serves approximately 831 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Regina Catholic Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #68 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Regina Catholic Education Center 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 Regina Catholic Education Center compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Iowa City, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Regina Catholic Education Center (this school) | 6.5 |
| Iowa City High School | 4.8 |
| ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program | 4.0 |
| Helen Lemme Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Longfellow Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Robert Lucas Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Bohumil Shimek Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Southeast Junior High School | 5.3 |
| Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School | 2.2 |
| Mark Twain Elementary | 7.5 |
| Grant Wood Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Alexander Elementary | 7.8 |
| Ernest Horn Elementary School | 5.3 |
| West Senior High School | 6.1 |
| Weber Elementary | 4.9 |
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
2150 ROCHESTER AVE, Iowa City, IA 52245
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Regina Catholic Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. REGINA CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTER (rated 6.4/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program (rated 4.0/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Iowa City, see our Iowa City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| REGINA CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTER Iowa City | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Iowa City High School Iowa City | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program Iowa City | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Helen Lemme Elementary School Iowa City | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| WILLOWWIND SCHOOL Iowa City | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Iowa City | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Robert Lucas Elementary School Iowa City | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School Iowa City | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Southeast Junior High School Iowa City | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School Iowa City | 1.6 mi | 2.2 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Iowa City | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Bohumil Shimek Elementary School Iowa City | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Iowa City | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Grant Wood Elementary School Iowa City | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary School Iowa City | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Alexander Elementary Iowa City | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Iowa City | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Ernest Horn Elementary School Iowa City | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Central Elementary School Coralville | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF IOWA CITY Coralville | 3.9 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52245 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,876
Median Home Value
$293,300
Median Rent
$1,215/mo
Population
22,765
College Educated
68.3%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
31.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| REGINA CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTER Iowa City, IA | 6.4 |
| KUEMPER CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL Carroll, IA | 6.0 |
| ST ALBERT CATHOLIC Council Bluffs, IA | 5.9 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Dubuque, IA | 5.5 |
| NEWMAN CATHOLIC Mason City, IA | 5.4 |
| ST EDMOND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Dodge, IA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Regina Catholic Education Center
What grades does Regina Catholic Education Center serve?
Regina Catholic Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Regina Catholic Education Center?
Regina Catholic Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 831 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Regina Catholic Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Regina Catholic Education Center is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Regina Catholic Education Center rank in IA?
Regina Catholic Education Center ranks #68 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Regina Catholic Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Regina Catholic Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Regina Catholic Education Center a private school?
Yes, Regina Catholic Education Center 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 Regina Catholic Education Center a religious school?
Regina Catholic Education Center has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 831
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Johnson County
- Phone
- (319) 499-9020
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