Very Good
#25 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 15% of private schools
Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School
Elementary School
2407 CEDAR ST, Muscatine, IA 52761
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School
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About Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School
Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School is a private elementary school in Muscatine, IA. Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #25 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School show 95% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic 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
BetaHow Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Muscatine, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Mulberry Elementary School | 4.8 |
| McKinley Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Susan Clark Junior High | 8.5 |
| Grant Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Jefferson Elementary School | 4.4 |
| Franklin Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Madison Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Muskie Early Learning Center | 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 IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 14 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2407 CEDAR ST, Muscatine, IA 52761
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Louisa-Muscatine Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Letts), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Illinois City Elem School (rated 6.6/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Illinois City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Franklin Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Muscatine, see our Muscatine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Muscatine High School Muscatine | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| MUSCATINE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Muscatine | 0.4 mi | — |
| Mulberry Elementary School Muscatine | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| McKinley Elementary School Muscatine | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Susan Clark Junior High Muscatine | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Grant Elementary School Muscatine | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Franklin Elementary School Muscatine | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Muscatine | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Madison Elementary School Muscatine | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Muskie Early Learning Center Muscatine | 2.4 mi | 2.2 |
| Wilton Elementary School Wilton | 11.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Wilton Jr-Sr High School Wilton | 11.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Illinois City Elem School Illinois City | 9.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Louisa-Muscatine JR/SR High School Letts | 11.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Louisa-Muscatine Elementary Letts | 11.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Durant Elementary School Durant | 14.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Durant Junior/Senior High School Durant | 14.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Early Childhood Center West Liberty | 13.6 mi | 4.4 |
| West Liberty Elementary School West Liberty | 13.6 mi | 3.7 |
| West Liberty Middle School West Liberty | 13.6 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52761 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,924
Median Home Value
$164,500
Median Rent
$971/mo
Population
29,800
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
39
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| Bohumil Shimek Elementary School Iowa City, IA | 7.4 |
| Delwood Elementary School Delmar, IA | 7.4 |
| Karen Acres Elementary School Urbandale, IA | 7.4 |
| Washington Elementary School Charles City, IA | 7.4 |
| West Union Elementary School West Union, IA | 7.4 |
| Willard Elementary School Des Moines, IA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School
What grades does Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School serve?
Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School?
Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School 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 Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School rank in IA?
Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School ranks #25 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School has 95% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic 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 Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School a religious school?
Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 202
- Gender Split
- 71% M / 29% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Muscatine County
- Phone
- (563) 263-3264
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