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#125 of 157 private schools in IA
St Edmond Catholic School
School
2321 6TH AVE N, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#125 of 157
In Fort Dodge
#2 of 4
public schools
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St Edmond Catholic School
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About St Edmond Catholic School
St Edmond Catholic School is a private school in Fort Dodge, IA. St Edmond Catholic School serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. St Edmond Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #125 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for St Edmond Catholic School show 79% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Edmond 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 St Edmond Catholic School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Dodge, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Edmond Catholic School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Fort Dodge High School | 2.9 |
| Duncombe Elementary School | 3.3 |
| Cooper Elementary School | 3.1 |
| Early Childhood Center | 5.8 |
| Fort Dodge Middle School | 5.0 |
| Feelhaver Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Butler Elementary School | 2.7 |
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 IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 21 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2321 6TH AVE N, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Edmond Catholic School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Taft Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Humboldt), which scores notably higher. Another option is Humboldt Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Humboldt), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Dodge, see our Fort Dodge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST EDMOND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Dodge | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Fort Dodge High School Fort Dodge | 0.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Duncombe Elementary School Fort Dodge | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Cooper Elementary School Fort Dodge | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Early Childhood Center Fort Dodge | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Fort Dodge Middle School Fort Dodge | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Dodge | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Butler Elementary School Fort Dodge | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Dodge | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Feelhaver Elementary School Fort Dodge | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Southeast Valley Middle School Burnside | 12.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Manson Northwest Webster Elementary Barnum | 9.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Humboldt Middle School Humboldt | 14.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Humboldt High School Humboldt | 14.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Clyde D Mease Elementary School Dakota City | 14.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Taft Elementary School Humboldt | 14.9 mi | 9.0 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Humboldt | 14.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Dayton Center Dayton | 17.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Robert Blue School Eagle Grove | 16.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Eagle Grove Elementary Eagle Grove | 16.8 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,130
Median Home Value
$139,700
Median Rent
$779/mo
Population
28,633
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NEWMAN CATHOLIC Mason City, IA | 5.4 |
| ST EDMOND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Dodge, IA | 5.0 |
| BURLINGTON NOTRE DAME Burlington, IA | 5.7 |
| GRAND VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Des Moines, IA | 4.7 |
| ST ALBERT CATHOLIC Council Bluffs, IA | 5.9 |
| NETHERLANDS REFORMED CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rock Valley, IA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Edmond Catholic School
What grades does St Edmond Catholic School serve?
St Edmond Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend St Edmond Catholic School?
St Edmond Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Edmond Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Edmond Catholic School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Edmond Catholic School rank in IA?
St Edmond Catholic School ranks #125 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is St Edmond Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Edmond Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Edmond Catholic School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Edmond Catholic School has 79% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is St Edmond Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Edmond 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 St Edmond Catholic School a religious school?
St Edmond Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 548
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Webster County
- Phone
- (515) 576-5182
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