Very Good
#19 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 12% of private schools
St Patrick Catholic School
Elementary School
615 WASHINGTON ST, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#19 of 157
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About St Patrick Catholic School
St Patrick Catholic School is a private elementary school in Cedar Falls, IA. St Patrick Catholic School serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patrick Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for St Patrick Catholic School show 84% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, St Patrick Catholic 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 9.3:1 students to teachers, St Patrick Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Patrick 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 Patrick Catholic School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Cedar Falls, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Patrick Catholic School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Helen A Hansen Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Holmes Junior High School | 6.1 |
| Peet Junior High School | 8.1 |
| North Cedar Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Cedar Heights Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Southdale Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Orchard Hill Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary | 7.3 |
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 14 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
615 WASHINGTON ST, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Patrick Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Irving Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Waterloo), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Orchard Hill Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Southdale Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cedar Falls, see our Cedar Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Elementary School Cedar Falls | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Cedar Falls High School Cedar Falls | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Peet Junior High School Cedar Falls | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Helen A Hansen Elementary School Cedar Falls | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Holmes Junior High School Cedar Falls | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| North Cedar Elementary School Cedar Falls | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Southdale Elementary School Cedar Falls | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Cedar Heights Elementary School Cedar Falls | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Orchard Hill Elementary School Cedar Falls | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Bess Streeter Aldrich Elementary Cedar Falls | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Central Middle School Waterloo | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Fred Becker Elementary School Waterloo | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Waterloo | 4.4 mi | 6.9 |
| WATERLOO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waterloo | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Kingsley Elementary School Waterloo | 5.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ST EDWARD SCHOOL Waterloo | 6.1 mi | 6.3 |
| George Washington Carver Academy Waterloo | 5.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Hoover Middle School Waterloo | 6.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Irving Elementary School Waterloo | 6.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Lou Henry Elementary School Waterloo | 6.4 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,642
Median Home Value
$258,300
Median Rent
$1,176/mo
Population
43,680
College Educated
48.3%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
14.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
30.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fairbank Elementary School Fairbank, IA | 7.6 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School Iowa City, IA | 7.6 |
| Sylvia Enarson Elementary School Villisca, IA | 7.6 |
| Collins-Maxwell Elementary School Collins, IA | 7.5 |
| LASALLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Rapids, IA | 7.5 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Iowa City, IA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Patrick Catholic School
What grades does St Patrick Catholic School serve?
St Patrick Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Patrick Catholic School?
St Patrick Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Patrick Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Patrick Catholic School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Patrick Catholic School rank in IA?
St Patrick Catholic School ranks #19 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is St Patrick Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Patrick Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Patrick Catholic School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Patrick Catholic School has 84% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is St Patrick Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Patrick 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 Patrick Catholic School a religious school?
St Patrick Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Black Hawk County
- Phone
- (319) 277-6781
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