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#140 of 157 private schools in IA
Trinity Catholic School
Elementary School
116 N MAIN ST, Protivin, IA 52163
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#140 of 157
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Trinity Catholic School
Elementary School in Protivin · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Trinity Catholic School
Trinity Catholic School is a private elementary school in Protivin, IA. Trinity Catholic School serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, Trinity 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, Trinity Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Trinity 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.
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
116 N MAIN ST, Protivin, IA 52163
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crestwood Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Cresco), which scores notably higher. Another option is Turkey Valley Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Jackson Junction), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Cline Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Decorah), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Protivin, see our Protivin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey Valley Elementary School Jackson Junction | 8.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Turkey Valley Jr-Sr High School Jackson Junction | 8.0 mi | 4.8 |
| NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cresco | 10.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Cresco Early Childhood Development Center Cresco | 10.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Crestwood High School Cresco | 10.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Crestwood Elementary School Cresco | 10.9 mi | 8.6 |
| South Winneshiek High School Calmar | 11.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Sumner-Fredericksburg Middle School Fredericksburg | 18.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Fredericksburg Elem School Fredericksburg | 18.4 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JOSEPH COMMUNITY SCHOOL New Hampton | 15.8 mi | 7.7 |
| New Hampton Elementary School New Hampton | 15.9 mi | 6.6 |
| New Hampton High School New Hampton | 16.3 mi | 6.8 |
| New Hampton Middle School New Hampton | 16.3 mi | 8.6 |
| KINDERHAUS Decorah | 15.7 mi | — |
| NE IOWA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Decorah | 16.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Carrie Lee Elementary Decorah | 16.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Decorah Middle School Decorah | 16.3 mi | 8.6 |
| CROSSROADS ACADEMY Decorah | 16.3 mi | — |
| John Cline Elementary School Decorah | 16.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Decorah High School Decorah | 16.6 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52163 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,125
Median Home Value
$106,000
Median Rent
$582/mo
Population
354
College Educated
33.5%
Homeownership
87.5%
Poverty Rate
2%
Median Age
30
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SULLY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sully, IA | 4.9 |
| CENTRAL IOWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grinnell, IA | 5.2 |
| INWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Inwood, IA | 5.5 |
| LA SALLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holy Cross, IA | 5.5 |
| TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wellsburg, IA | 5.6 |
| ROYAL LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterloo, IA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trinity Catholic School
What grades does Trinity Catholic School serve?
Trinity Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Trinity Catholic School?
Trinity Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Catholic School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Trinity Catholic School rank in IA?
Trinity Catholic School ranks #140 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Trinity Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Trinity Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Trinity Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Trinity 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 Trinity Catholic School a religious school?
Trinity Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 45
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Howard County
- Phone
- (563) 569-8556
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