Excellent
#9 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 5% of private schools
St Patrick Elementary School
Elementary School
1020 4TH AVE, Sheldon, IA 51201
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#9 of 157
In Sheldon
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Patrick Elementary School
Elementary School in Sheldon · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Patrick Elementary School
St Patrick Elementary School is a private elementary school in Sheldon, IA. St Patrick Elementary School serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patrick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, St Patrick 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.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, St Patrick Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Patrick 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 Patrick Elementary School compares to the 4 public schools in Sheldon, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Sheldon
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Patrick Elementary School (this school) | 8.1 |
| East Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Sheldon High School | 7.1 |
| Little Orabs Preschool | — |
| Sheldon Middle School | 8.3 |
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1020 4TH AVE, Sheldon, IA 51201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Patrick Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sibley Ocheyedan Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Sibley), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOC-Floyd Valley Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Orange City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sheldon, see our Sheldon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHELDON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sheldon | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| East Elementary School Sheldon | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Sheldon High School Sheldon | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Little Orabs Preschool Sheldon | 1.2 mi | — |
| Sheldon Middle School Sheldon | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Boyden-Hull Elementary School Boyden | 7.5 mi | 7.8 |
| SANBORN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanborn | 9.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Middle School Sanborn | 10.0 mi | 7.8 |
| George-Little Rock Senior High School George | 13.2 mi | 7.2 |
| George-Little Rock Middle School George | 13.2 mi | 8.2 |
| South O'Brien Elem Sch Primghar Center Primghar | 13.0 mi | 6.7 |
| MOC-Floyd Valley Middle School Alton | 15.3 mi | 8.8 |
| SPALDING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alton | 15.5 mi | 7.9 |
| SPAULDING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alton | 15.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Sibley Ocheyedan Elementary School Sibley | 16.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Sibley-Ocheyedan Middle School Sibley | 16.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Sibley-Ocheyedan High School Sibley | 16.8 mi | 7.0 |
| South O'Brien Secondary School Paullina | 16.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MOC-Floyd Valley Elementary School Orange City | 15.8 mi | 9.3 |
| ZION-ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Paullina | 16.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 51201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,592
Median Home Value
$182,500
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
6,226
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Cougars Den Ackley, IA | 8.1 |
| SETON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ottumwa, IA | 7.9 |
| SPALDING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alton, IA | 7.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF IOWA CITY Coralville, IA | 7.4 |
| IRETON CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Ireton, IA | 7.1 |
| QUAD CITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Davenport, IA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Patrick Elementary School
What grades does St Patrick Elementary School serve?
St Patrick Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Patrick Elementary School?
St Patrick Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Patrick Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Patrick Elementary School is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Patrick Elementary School rank in IA?
St Patrick Elementary School ranks #9 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is St Patrick Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Patrick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Patrick Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Patrick 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 Patrick Elementary School a religious school?
St Patrick Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- O'Brien County
- Phone
- (712) 324-3181
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