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#100 of 157 private schools in IA
St Albert Catholic
School
400 GLEASON AVE, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#100 of 157
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St Albert Catholic
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About St Albert Catholic
St Albert Catholic is a private school in Council Bluffs, IA. St Albert Catholic serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Albert Catholic has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #100 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Albert 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 St Albert Catholic compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Council Bluffs, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Albert Catholic (this school) | 5.9 |
| Abraham Lincoln High School | 3.8 |
| Gerald W Kirn Middle School | 6.9 |
| College View Elementary | 8.5 |
| Hoover Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Bloomer Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Lewis & Clark Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Longfellow Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Lewis Central Senior High School | 5.6 |
| Lewis Central Middle School | 7.9 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School | 5.3 |
| Titan Hill Intermediate School | 6.3 |
| Edison Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School | 2.9 |
| Franklin Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Rue Elementary School | 4.9 |
| E A Kreft Primary School | 5.7 |
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
400 GLEASON AVE, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Albert Catholic may also want to explore other schools in the area. College View Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lewis Central Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lewis & Clark Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Council Bluffs, see our Council Bluffs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln High School Council Bluffs | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Gerald W Kirn Middle School Council Bluffs | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| College View Elementary Council Bluffs | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Hoover Elementary School Council Bluffs | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ONESCHOOL GLOBAL Council Bluffs | 1.8 mi | — |
| Lewis & Clark Elementary School Council Bluffs | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Bloomer Elementary School Council Bluffs | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Lewis Central Senior High School Council Bluffs | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Lewis Central Middle School Council Bluffs | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Council Bluffs | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Titan Hill Intermediate School Council Bluffs | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Council Bluffs | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School Council Bluffs | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Edison Elementary School Council Bluffs | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School Council Bluffs | 3.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Franklin Elementary School Council Bluffs | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Rue Elementary School Council Bluffs | 4.0 mi | 4.9 |
| E A Kreft Primary School Council Bluffs | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
| NCYF COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 4.6 mi | — |
| Carter Lake Elementary School Carter Lake | 5.4 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 51503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,064
Median Home Value
$252,600
Median Rent
$964/mo
Population
37,411
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BURLINGTON NOTRE DAME Burlington, IA | 5.7 |
| NEWMAN CATHOLIC Mason City, IA | 5.4 |
| ST EDMOND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Dodge, IA | 5.3 |
| ANKENY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ankeny, IA | 6.6 |
| GEHLEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Le Mars, IA | 6.8 |
| ST EDMOND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Dodge, IA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Albert Catholic
What grades does St Albert Catholic serve?
St Albert Catholic serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend St Albert Catholic?
St Albert Catholic has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Albert Catholic?
The student-teacher ratio at St Albert Catholic is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Albert Catholic rank in IA?
St Albert Catholic ranks #100 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is St Albert Catholic's MySchoolScout rating?
St Albert Catholic has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Albert Catholic a private school?
Yes, St Albert 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 St Albert Catholic a religious school?
St Albert Catholic has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 556
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pottawattamie County
- Phone
- (712) 328-2316
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