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#91 of 157 private schools in IA
St Athanasius School
Elementary School
641 STEVENS ST, Jesup, IA 50648
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#91 of 157
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St Athanasius School
Elementary School in Jesup · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Athanasius School
St Athanasius School is a private elementary school in Jesup, IA. St Athanasius School serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Athanasius School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for St Athanasius School show 91% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 92 students, St Athanasius School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, St Athanasius School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Athanasius 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 St Athanasius School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Jesup, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Athanasius School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Jesup Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Jesup Middle School | 7.3 |
| Perry #1 Elementary School | — |
| Triumph Elementary School | 2.4 |
| Prairie Grove Elementary School | — |
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 2 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
641 STEVENS ST, Jesup, IA 50648
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Athanasius School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. La Porte City Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby La Porte City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dunkerton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Dunkerton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jesup Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jesup, see our Jesup schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jesup Elementary School Jesup | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Jesup High School Jesup | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Jesup Middle School Jesup | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Perry #1 Elementary School Jesup | 6.1 mi | — |
| Triumph Elementary School Jesup | 7.5 mi | 2.4 |
| Prairie Grove Elementary School Jesup | 7.8 mi | — |
| Dunkerton Elementary Dunkerton | 8.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Dunkerton High School Dunkerton | 8.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Independence Junior Senior High School Independence | 7.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Rural Elementary School #4 Fairbank | 10.4 mi | — |
| West Elementary School Independence | 7.8 mi | 6.3 |
| East Elementary School Independence | 7.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Early Childhood Center Independence | 8.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Rural Elementary School #2 Fairbank | 10.5 mi | — |
| Fairbank Elementary School Fairbank | 11.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOHNS SCHOOL Independence | 8.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Rural Elementary School #1 Fairbank | 11.4 mi | — |
| INDEPENDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Independence | 9.0 mi | — |
| La Porte City Elementary School La Porte City | 13.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Union High School La Porte City | 13.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50648 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,081
Median Home Value
$210,800
Median Rent
$923/mo
Population
4,120
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
88.6%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
37.6
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|---|---|
| McGregor Intermediate School Mcgregor, IA | 5.9 |
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| IOWA GREAT LAKES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Spencer, IA | 6.2 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waverly, IA | 5.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Boone, IA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Athanasius School
What grades does St Athanasius School serve?
St Athanasius School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Athanasius School?
St Athanasius School has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Athanasius School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Athanasius School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Athanasius School rank in IA?
St Athanasius School ranks #91 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is St Athanasius School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Athanasius School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 St Athanasius School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Athanasius School has 91% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is St Athanasius School a private school?
Yes, St Athanasius 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 St Athanasius School a religious school?
St Athanasius School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 92
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Buchanan County
- Phone
- (319) 827-1314
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