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#128 of 157 private schools in IA
Xavier High School
High School
6300 42ND ST NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#128 of 157
In Cedar Rapids
#8 of 10
public schools
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Xavier High School
High School in Cedar Rapids · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Xavier High School
Xavier High School is a private high school in Cedar Rapids, IA. Xavier High School serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Xavier High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Xavier High School show 80% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- IA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Xavier High 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 Xavier High School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Cedar Rapids, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Xavier High School (this school) | 5.3 |
| John F Kennedy High School | 4.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School | 3.0 |
| George Washington High School | 4.0 |
| Metro High School | 3.7 |
| Prairie Edge | 3.5 |
| Prairie High School | 4.5 |
| Prairie Point | 5.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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 7 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6300 42ND ST NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Xavier High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LASALLE CATHOLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Viola Gibson Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LASALLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cedar Rapids, see our Cedar Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$164,972
Median Home Value
$424,500
Median Rent
$1,275/mo
Population
8,357
College Educated
59.4%
Homeownership
98%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
49.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Atlantic High School Atlantic, IA | 5.3 |
| Iowa Falls - Alden High School Iowa Falls, IA | 5.3 |
| Algona High School Algona, IA | 5.2 |
| Davis County Community High School Bloomfield, IA | 5.2 |
| Fairfield High School Fairfield, IA | 5.2 |
| Knoxville High School Knoxville, IA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Xavier High School
What grades does Xavier High School serve?
Xavier High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Xavier High School?
Xavier High School has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Xavier High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Xavier High School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Xavier High School rank in IA?
Xavier High School ranks #128 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Xavier High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Xavier High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Xavier High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Xavier High School has 80% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is Xavier High School a private school?
Yes, Xavier High 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 Xavier High School a religious school?
Xavier High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 600
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Linn County
- Phone
- (319) 294-6635
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