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#136 of 157 private schools in IA
St Pius X Elementary School
Elementary School
4901 COUNCIL ST NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#136 of 157
In Cedar Rapids
#9 of 10
public schools
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St Pius X Elementary School
Elementary School in Cedar Rapids · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Pius X Elementary School
St Pius X Elementary School is a private elementary school in Cedar Rapids, IA. St Pius X Elementary School serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pius X Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #136 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Pius X 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 Pius X Elementary School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Cedar Rapids, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Pius X Elementary School (this school) | 5.1 |
| Wright Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Pierce Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Kenwood Leadership Academy School | 4.5 |
| Garfield Elementary School | 2.7 |
| Bowman Woods Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Arthur Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Viola Gibson Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Johnson STEAM Academy School | 3.9 |
| Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Elementary | — |
| Harrison Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Grant Wood Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Madison Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Erskine Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Cedar River Academy at Taylor | 3.7 |
| Maple Grove Elementary | 6.3 |
| Cleveland Elementary School | 2.8 |
| Hoover Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Grant Elementary School | 2.8 |
| Van Buren Elementary School | 3.4 |
| West Willow Elementary School | 3.9 |
Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Cedar Rapids
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
4901 COUNCIL ST NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Pius X Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUMMIT SCHOOLS (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westfield Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Robins), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MATTHEW SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cedar Rapids, see our Cedar Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wright Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Harding Middle School Cedar Rapids | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOLS Cedar Rapids | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Pierce Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Nixon Elementary School Hiawatha | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| John F Kennedy High School Cedar Rapids | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Kenwood Leadership Academy School Cedar Rapids | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Hiawatha Elementary School Hiawatha | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ISAAC NEWTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cedar Rapids | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Garfield Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 1.8 mi | 2.7 |
| REGIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Cedar Rapids | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| ESSENTIAL MONTESSORI Hiawatha | 1.7 mi | — |
| Arthur Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Franklin Middle School Cedar Rapids | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Bowman Woods Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Cedar Rapids | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Westfield Elementary School Robins | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| George Washington High School Cedar Rapids | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Johnson STEAM Academy School Cedar Rapids | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| McKinley STEAM Academy Cedar Rapids | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,319
Median Home Value
$188,700
Median Rent
$992/mo
Population
43,076
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clark Elementary School New London, IA | 5.1 |
| Lincoln Upper Elementary School Washington, IA | 5.1 |
| Madison Elementary School Muscatine, IA | 5.1 |
| Table Mound Elementary School Dubuque, IA | 5.1 |
| United Community School Boone, IA | 5.1 |
| Erskine Elementary School Cedar Rapids, IA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Pius X Elementary School
What grades does St Pius X Elementary School serve?
St Pius X Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend St Pius X Elementary School?
St Pius X Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pius X Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Pius X Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Pius X Elementary School rank in IA?
St Pius X Elementary School ranks #136 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is St Pius X Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Pius X Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Pius X Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Pius X 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 Pius X Elementary School a religious school?
St Pius X Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 322
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Linn County
- Phone
- (319) 393-4507
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