Very Good

#32 of 157 private schools in IA

Top 20% of private schools

St Paul the Apostle Catholic School

Elementary School

1007 E RUSHOLME ST, Davenport, IA 52803

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

356

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

356

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#32 of 157

In Davenport

#2 of 5

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About St Paul the Apostle Catholic School

St Paul the Apostle Catholic School is a private elementary school in Davenport, IA. St Paul the Apostle Catholic School serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul the Apostle Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for St Paul the Apostle Catholic School show 90% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it compares0.7 pts above IA schools

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
IA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

St Paul the Apostle 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.

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How St Paul the Apostle Catholic School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Davenport, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.1:1

This School

13.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

356

This School

400

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.2

This School

3.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 13.5% vs 0%

Black 0.6% vs 0%

Asian 0.3% vs 0%

St Paul the Apostle Catholic School Davenport Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Paul the Apostle Catholic School (this school)	—	356	12.1:1	7.2
Sudlow Intermediate	0.4 mi	503	13.2:1	5.0
Garfield Elementary School	0.5 mi	484	15.6:1	2.9
Madison Elementary School	0.7 mi	375	12.9:1	1.7
Children's Village At Hoover	1.1 mi	124	17.7:1	2.6
Eisenhower Elementary School	1.1 mi	519	17.3:1	4.4
McKinley Elementary School	1.3 mi	517	14.8:1	4.9
Jefferson Elementary School	1.7 mi	466	12.9:1	2.0
Mid City High	1.9 mi	195	12.2:1	5.4
Adams Elementary School	2.1 mi	585	15:1	2.8
Williams Intermediate	2.2 mi	372	9.8:1	1.9
Children's Village West	2.3 mi	286	16.8:1	2.8
Harrison Elementary School	2.6 mi	539	15:1	5.6
Frank L Smart Intermediate	2.6 mi	273	10.5:1	1.9
Wood Intermediate	3.2 mi	426	12.2:1	3.7
Wilson Elementary School	3.2 mi	565	14.5:1	4.2
Truman Elementary School	3.5 mi	499	14.3:1	4.3
Hayes Elementary School	3.8 mi	433	14.9:1	3.5
Children's Village Hayes	3.8 mi	11	11:1	—
Fillmore Elementary School	4.2 mi	423	12.8:1	5.5
Jackson Elementary School	4.6 mi	395	12.7:1	3.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B- 5.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.1:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7.4 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,317.2

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 35%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 356

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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)

Math Proficiency 90.4% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

74.0% (2025 ISASP)

ELA Proficiency 91.6% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

74.6% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 14 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 79.5%

Hispanic 13.5%

Two or More 6.2%

Black 0.6%

Asian 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1007 E RUSHOLME ST, Davenport, IA 52803

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Paul the Apostle Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOHN F KENNEDY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is QUAD CITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Davenport, see our Davenport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Garfield Elementary School Davenport	0.5 mi	484	2.9
Sudlow Intermediate Davenport	0.4 mi	503	5.0
Madison Elementary School Davenport	0.7 mi	375	1.7
Children's Village At Hoover Davenport	1.1 mi	124	2.6
Central High School Davenport	1.1 mi	1,431	3.9
Eisenhower Elementary School Davenport	1.1 mi	519	4.4
McKinley Elementary School Davenport	1.3 mi	517	4.9
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Davenport	1.5 mi	281	5.8
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Davenport	1.6 mi	356	6.3
Jefferson Elementary School Davenport	1.7 mi	466	2.0
QUAD CITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Davenport	2.1 mi	49	6.8
Mid City High Davenport	1.9 mi	195	5.4
North High School Davenport	2.5 mi	1,303	3.4
Adams Elementary School Davenport	2.1 mi	585	2.8
Williams Intermediate Davenport	2.2 mi	372	1.9
Harrison Elementary School Davenport	2.6 mi	539	5.6
Longfellow Elem School Rock Island	2.8 mi	250	4.5
JOHN F KENNEDY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Davenport	2.4 mi	340	7.6
Children's Village West Davenport	2.3 mi	286	2.8
Rock Island Academy Rock Island	3.0 mi	508	6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,082

Median Home Value

$157,900

Median Rent

$871/mo

Population

21,868

College Educated

34.9%

Homeownership

66.1%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

36.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Kinsey Elementary School Sioux Center, IA	477	7.2
Lewis & Clark Elementary School Council Bluffs, IA	288	7.2
Longfellow Elementary Marion, IA	297	7.2
PELLA CHRISTIAN GRADE SCHOOL Pella, IA	447	7.2
West Burlington Elem School West Burlington, IA	437	7.2
Adel Elementary School Adel, IA	413	7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Paul the Apostle Catholic School

What grades does St Paul the Apostle Catholic School serve?

St Paul the Apostle Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Paul the Apostle Catholic School?

St Paul the Apostle Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul the Apostle Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Paul the Apostle Catholic School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Paul the Apostle Catholic School rank in IA?

St Paul the Apostle Catholic School ranks #32 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is St Paul the Apostle Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Paul the Apostle Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Paul the Apostle Catholic School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Paul the Apostle Catholic School has 90% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is St Paul the Apostle Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Paul the Apostle 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 Paul the Apostle Catholic School a religious school?

St Paul the Apostle Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 56 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 356
Gender Split: 61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 30
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.4 hours
Days Per Year: 178 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Scott County
Phone: (563) 322-2923

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