Very Good
#31 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 19% of private schools
St Cecilia Elementary School
Elementary School
2900 HOOVER AVE, Ames, IA 50010
Enrollment
140
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
140
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#31 of 157
In Ames
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Cecilia Elementary School
Elementary School in Ames · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Cecilia Elementary School
St Cecilia Elementary School is a private elementary school in Ames, IA. St Cecilia Elementary School serves approximately 140 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Cecilia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for St Cecilia Elementary School show 96% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 140 students, St Cecilia Elementary 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.
St Cecilia Elementary 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 Cecilia Elementary School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Ames, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Cecilia Elementary School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Fellows Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Northwood Pre-School | 4.3 |
| Meeker Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Sawyer Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Edwards Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Mitchell Elementary School | 6.3 |
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 7 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2900 HOOVER AVE, Ames, IA 50010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Cecilia Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roland-Story Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Story City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ballard East Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gilbert Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Gilbert), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ames, see our Ames schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fellows Elementary School Ames | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Northwood Pre-School Ames | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Ames High School Ames | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Meeker Elementary School Ames | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| AMES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ames | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Sawyer Elementary School Ames | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Gilbert High School Gilbert | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Ames Middle School Ames | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Gilbert Elementary School Gilbert | 3.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Gilbert Middle School Gilbert | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Gilbert Intermediate School Gilbert | 4.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Mitchell Elementary School Ames | 4.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Edwards Elementary School Ames | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Roland-Story High School Story City | 9.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Roland-Story Elementary School Story City | 10.0 mi | 8.4 |
| United Community School Boone | 7.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Ballard High School Huxley | 10.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Ballard Middle School Huxley | 10.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Ballard East Elementary Cambridge | 11.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Roland-Story Middle School Roland | 10.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,701
Median Home Value
$243,200
Median Rent
$981/mo
Population
33,428
College Educated
59.1%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
29.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Cecilia Elementary School
What grades does St Cecilia Elementary School serve?
St Cecilia Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St Cecilia Elementary School?
St Cecilia Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 140 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Cecilia Elementary School rank in IA?
St Cecilia Elementary School ranks #31 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is St Cecilia Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Cecilia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Cecilia Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Cecilia Elementary School has 96% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is St Cecilia Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Cecilia Elementary 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 Cecilia Elementary School a religious school?
St Cecilia Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 140
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Story County
- Phone
- (515) 232-5290
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