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#79 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 50% of private schools
St Edward School
Elementary School
139 E MITCHELL AVE, Waterloo, IA 50702
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#79 of 157
In Waterloo
#3 of 5
public schools
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St Edward School
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About St Edward School
St Edward School is a private elementary school in Waterloo, IA. St Edward School serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. St Edward School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Edward 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 Edward School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Waterloo, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Edward School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Kingsley Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Irving Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Lou Henry Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Kittrell Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Lowell Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Fred Becker Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Cunningham School | 5.8 |
| Highland Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Orange Elementary School | 7.9 |
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
139 E MITCHELL AVE, Waterloo, IA 50702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Edward School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Irving Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orange Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kittrell Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waterloo, see our Waterloo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsley Elementary School Waterloo | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| West High School Waterloo | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Irving Elementary School Waterloo | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Hoover Middle School Waterloo | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Lou Henry Elementary School Waterloo | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| COLUMBUS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Waterloo | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| BLESSED MARIA ASSUNTA PALLOTTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Waterloo | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Kittrell Elementary School Waterloo | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| WATERLOO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waterloo | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Lowell Elementary School Waterloo | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| ROYAL LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterloo | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| East High School Waterloo | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Fred Becker Elementary School Waterloo | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Waterloo | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Orange Elementary School Waterloo | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Cunningham School Waterloo | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| George Washington Carver Academy Waterloo | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Central Middle School Waterloo | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Highland Elementary School Waterloo | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Expo Alternative Learning Center Waterloo | 2.9 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,784
Median Home Value
$145,800
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
21,197
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
59.5%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
36
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Davenport, IA | 6.3 |
| East Buchanan Elementary School Winthrop, IA | 6.3 |
| Hartford Upper Elementary Carlisle, IA | 6.3 |
| Hiawatha Elementary School Hiawatha, IA | 6.3 |
| Mitchell Elementary School Ames, IA | 6.3 |
| Neil Armstrong Elementary School Bettendorf, IA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Edward School
What grades does St Edward School serve?
St Edward School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend St Edward School?
St Edward School has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Edward School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Edward School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Edward School rank in IA?
St Edward School ranks #79 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is St Edward School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Edward School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Edward School a private school?
Yes, St Edward 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 Edward School a religious school?
St Edward School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 307
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Black Hawk County
- Phone
- (319) 233-6202
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