Very Good
#21 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 13% of private schools
St Patrick School
Elementary School
1302 5TH ST, Perry, IA 50220
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#21 of 157
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St Patrick School
Elementary School in Perry · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Patrick School
St Patrick School is a private elementary school in Perry, IA. St Patrick School serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patrick School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for St Patrick School show 50% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, St Patrick 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, St Patrick School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Patrick 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 School compares to the 3 public schools in Perry, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Perry
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Patrick School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Perry Elementary | 8.4 |
| Perry Middle School | 7.8 |
| Perry High School | 5.0 |
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 5 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1302 5TH ST, Perry, IA 50220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Patrick School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ogden Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Ogden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Perry Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dallas Center Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Grimes), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Perry, see our Perry schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Perry Elementary Perry | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Perry High School Perry | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Perry Middle School Perry | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodward-Granger Middle School Woodward | 9.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Woodward-Granger High School Woodward | 9.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Woodward Academy Woodward | 9.7 mi | 3.2 |
| WOODWARD ACADEMY Woodward | 9.8 mi | 8.4 |
| DALLAS CENTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas Center | 11.9 mi | — |
| Ogden Middle School Ogden | 13.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Ogden High School Ogden | 13.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Ogden Elementary School Ogden | 14.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Dallas Center-Grimes Middle School Grimes | 13.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Dallas Center Elementary Grimes | 13.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Adel Elementary School Adel | 15.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Meadow View Elementary Adel | 16.6 mi | 7.8 |
| ADM Senior High School Adel | 16.6 mi | 7.3 |
| ADM Middle School Adel | 16.6 mi | 7.8 |
| West Central Valley Middle School Redfield | 17.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Madrid Elementary Preschool Madrid | 14.5 mi | — |
| Madrid Elementary School Madrid | 14.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,750
Median Home Value
$146,200
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
9,251
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SUMMIT SCHOOLS Cedar Rapids, IA | 7.5 |
| ST JOSEPH COMMUNITY SCHOOL New Hampton, IA | 7.7 |
| EMMETSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOOL Emmetsburg, IA | 7.3 |
| Ireton Elementary School Ireton, IA | 7.9 |
| SETON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ottumwa, IA | 7.9 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Iowa City, IA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Patrick School
What grades does St Patrick School serve?
St Patrick School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Patrick School?
St Patrick School has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Patrick School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Patrick School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Patrick School rank in IA?
St Patrick School ranks #21 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is St Patrick School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Patrick 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Patrick School has 50% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is St Patrick School a private school?
Yes, St Patrick 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 School a religious school?
St Patrick School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Gender Split
- 65% M / 35% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (515) 465-4186
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