St. Pius X Elementary School vs. St. Matthew School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
St. Pius X Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
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St. Matthew School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
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Overview
The mission of St. Pius X/St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Education program is to promulgate Catholic identity based on Vatican II ideals that generate Christ-centered spiritual growth.
An atmosphere is fostered that enhances a student's ability to receive a quality education which instills a life-long love of learning, growth in self-awareness, acceptance of the diversity of people and provides opportunities for service to God and neighbor.
St. Matthew School is a living faith community founded on Christian principles by which we form the total person in Christ.
Complementing the family, our school provides an environment in which the child can grow spiritually, emotionally, physically, socially, and intellectually.
St. Matthew School strives to make learning relevant and prepare children to find Christ in our changing world.
Grades Offered
K-5
K-5
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Students Body
Total Students
326 students
435 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
14%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
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250
Kindergarten Students
44
34
Grade 1 Students
57
36
Grade 2 Students
52
26
Grade 3 Students
64
25
Grade 4 Students
54
36
Grade 5 Students
55
28
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
15 teachers
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:14
1:29
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling