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#106 of 157 private schools in IA

Waterloo Christian School

School

1307 W RIDGEWAY AVE 1, Waterloo, IA 50701

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

241

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

241

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Iowa private schools

#106 of 157

In Waterloo

#5 of 5

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About Waterloo Christian School

Waterloo Christian School is a private school in Waterloo, IA. Waterloo Christian School serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Waterloo Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #106 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Waterloo Christian School show 89% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it compares0.5 pts below IA schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
IA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Waterloo Christian 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

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How Waterloo Christian School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Waterloo, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.1:1

This School

14.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

241

This School

604

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

6.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.4% vs 0%

Asian 7.5% vs 0%

Black 5.4% vs 0%

Waterloo Christian School Waterloo Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Waterloo Christian School (this school)	—	241	15.1:1	5.8
Hoover Middle School	0.8 mi	831	16.3:1	7.2
Lou Henry Elementary School	0.8 mi	456	13.4:1	5.4
Kingsley Elementary School	1.1 mi	355	13.7:1	7.3
West High School	1.3 mi	1,713	17.3:1	4.9
Irving Elementary School	2.0 mi	388	12.1:1	8.0
Fred Becker Elementary School	2.0 mi	457	13.4:1	6.5
Central Middle School	2.1 mi	466	14.1:1	7.5
Kittrell Elementary School	2.3 mi	613	13.9:1	7.5
Lowell Elementary School	2.6 mi	480	12.3:1	7.3
Orange Elementary School	2.8 mi	507	14.1:1	7.9
East High School	3.4 mi	1,013	19.5:1	4.2
Lincoln Elementary School	3.6 mi	492	14.9:1	6.9
Cunningham School	4.0 mi	401	12.2:1	5.8
Highland Elementary School	4.1 mi	462	12.5:1	7.5
George Washington Carver Academy	4.1 mi	447	14:1	6.2
Expo Alternative Learning Center	4.2 mi	578	18.1:1	3.9

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

C 3.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.1:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 6.8 / 10

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School Day Length 7.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,241

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 30%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 241

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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 88.9% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

71.8% (2025 ISASP)

ELA Proficiency 94.5% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

74.4% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 21 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.4%

Asian 7.5%

Black 5.4%

Two or More 3.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1307 W RIDGEWAY AVE 1, Waterloo, IA 50701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waterloo Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Irving Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orange Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Orchard Hill Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Cedar Falls), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waterloo, see our Waterloo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Hoover Middle School Waterloo	0.8 mi	831	7.2
Lou Henry Elementary School Waterloo	0.8 mi	456	5.4
Kingsley Elementary School Waterloo	1.1 mi	355	7.3
ST EDWARD SCHOOL Waterloo	1.3 mi	307	6.3
West High School Waterloo	1.3 mi	1,713	4.9
Fred Becker Elementary School Waterloo	2.0 mi	457	6.5
Central Middle School Waterloo	2.1 mi	466	7.5
Irving Elementary School Waterloo	2.0 mi	388	8.0
COLUMBUS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Waterloo	1.8 mi	247	6.5
BLESSED MARIA ASSUNTA PALLOTTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Waterloo	1.8 mi	148	7.6
Orange Elementary School Waterloo	2.8 mi	507	7.9
Kittrell Elementary School Waterloo	2.3 mi	613	7.5
Lowell Elementary School Waterloo	2.6 mi	480	7.3
Lincoln Elementary School Waterloo	3.6 mi	492	6.9
Orchard Hill Elementary School Cedar Falls	3.3 mi	452	7.9
ROYAL LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterloo	3.3 mi	33	5.9
East High School Waterloo	3.4 mi	1,013	4.2
Cedar Heights Elementary School Cedar Falls	4.0 mi	432	6.6
George Washington Carver Academy Waterloo	4.1 mi	447	6.2
Cunningham School Waterloo	4.0 mi	401	5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 50701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,857

Median Home Value

$183,400

Median Rent

$846/mo

Population

29,745

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

67.1%

Avg Commute

15 min

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Median Age

37.8

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MORNING STAR ACADEMY Bettendorf, IA	190	6.0
ISAAC NEWTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cedar Rapids, IA	274	6.2
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Fort Madison, IA	306	6.6
BISHOP GARRIGAN CAMPUS Algona, IA	307	6.7
TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Asbury, IA	156	6.7
MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS PK-12 Bellevue, IA	215	6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waterloo Christian School

What grades does Waterloo Christian School serve?

Waterloo Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Waterloo Christian School?

Waterloo Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waterloo Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Waterloo Christian School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Waterloo Christian School rank in IA?

Waterloo Christian School ranks #106 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is Waterloo Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Waterloo Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Waterloo Christian School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Waterloo Christian School has 89% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is Waterloo Christian School a private school?

Yes, Waterloo Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Waterloo Christian School a religious school?

Waterloo Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 35 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 241
Gender Split: 43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 16
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7.3 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Small City
County: Black Hawk County
Phone: (319) 235-9309

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