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Below Average

#145 of 157 private schools in IA

Regis Middle School

Middle School

735 PRAIRIE DR NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Private

Enrollment

318

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Iowa private schools

#145 of 157

In Cedar Rapids

#10 of 10

public schools

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Regis Middle School

4.9/10

Middle School in Cedar Rapids · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.2/10

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4.6/10

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About Regis Middle School

Regis Middle School is a private middle school in Cedar Rapids, IA. Regis Middle School serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Regis Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #145 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Regis Middle School show 87% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it compares1.8 pts below IA schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • IA avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Regis 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Regis Middle School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Cedar Rapids, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
318
This School
vs
540
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
4.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.8% vs 0%
Asian 2.8% vs 0%
Black 1.6% vs 0%
Regis Middle School Cedar Rapids Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School Rating
Regis Middle School (this school) 4.9
Franklin Middle School 4.2
McKinley STEAM Academy 4.3
Harding Middle School 6.2
Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy 4.5
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Middle 4.0
Wilson Middle School 3.8
Taft Middle School 6.7
Prairie Edge 3.5
Prairie Point 5.1
Prairie Creek 4.8

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- 2.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 17%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 318
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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 86.6% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
73.4% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 91.9% (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 91.2%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 2.8%
Black 1.6%
Pacific Islander 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

735 PRAIRIE DR NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Regis Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Harding Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McKinley STEAM Academy (rated 4.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Franklin Middle School (rated 4.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cedar Rapids, see our Cedar Rapids schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Franklin Middle School Cedar Rapids 0.4 mi 4.2
Arthur Elementary School Cedar Rapids 0.5 mi 4.6
Garfield Elementary School Cedar Rapids 0.5 mi 2.7
ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Cedar Rapids 0.6 mi 6.6
Kenwood Leadership Academy School Cedar Rapids 1.0 mi 4.5
Johnson STEAM Academy School Cedar Rapids 1.1 mi 3.9
George Washington High School Cedar Rapids 0.9 mi 4.0
Wright Elementary School Cedar Rapids 1.2 mi 4.0
SUMMIT SCHOOLS Cedar Rapids 1.6 mi 7.5
McKinley STEAM Academy Cedar Rapids 1.6 mi 4.3
Harding Middle School Cedar Rapids 1.6 mi 6.2
ISAAC NEWTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cedar Rapids 1.3 mi 6.2
Grant Wood Elementary School Cedar Rapids 1.8 mi 4.1
ST PIUS X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Rapids 1.9 mi 5.1
Metro High School Cedar Rapids 2.0 mi 3.7
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cedar Rapids 2.0 mi 6.2
CEDAR VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cedar Rapids 1.7 mi 7.3
Pierce Elementary School Cedar Rapids 2.1 mi 5.8
Erskine Elementary School Cedar Rapids 2.2 mi 5.0
John F Kennedy High School Cedar Rapids 2.3 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,319

Median Home Value

$188,700

Median Rent

$992/mo

Population

43,076

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

35.9

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Maquoketa Middle School Maquoketa, IA 5.0
Hampton-Dumont Middle School Hampton, IA 5.1
Howar Middle School Centerville, IA 5.1
Davis County Middle School Bloomfield, IA 4.7
South Central Calhoun Middle School Rockwell City, IA 4.7
West Liberty Middle School West Liberty, IA 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Regis Middle School

What grades does Regis Middle School serve?

Regis Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Regis Middle School?

Regis Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Regis Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Regis Middle School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Regis Middle School rank in IA?

Regis Middle School ranks #145 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is Regis Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Regis Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Regis Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Regis Middle School has 87% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is Regis Middle School a private school?

Yes, Regis 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 Regis Middle School a religious school?

Regis Middle School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
318
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Linn County

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