Saint Cecilia School offers residents of the Ames area an opportunity for Catholic education.
Students from preschool through grade five are given the opportunity to study, pray, and play in an atmosphere that nurtures Christian love and acceptance.
Faculty, staff, parents, and parishioners unite to provide students with an excellent academic background that promotes each student's positive self image and develops each student's intellectual and social potential.
All programs at the school are enhanced by parent, parish, and community volunteers.
These friends of the school contribute greatly to the total program.
Sharing faith and growing in the love of Jesus Christ and of one another are essential activities at Saint Cecilia School.
Students prepare and participate in liturgies and join in prayerful classroom experiences.
In addition to studying the Bible and celebrating special days of the liturgical calendar, students take on special projects, such as visiting residents in nursing homes and collecting food, toys, and clothing for special occasions and community needs.
All students receive religious instruction in Catholic faith and values.
Academic achievement is extremely important at Saint Cecilia School. Current textbooks, reference books, computers, and audio-visual equipment are used.
Specialized teachers in art, music, physical education, guidance, computers, and library skills strengthen the curriculum.
Parish policy states that no child wishing admittance will be turned away for financial reasons.
Students from families registered as members of Saint Cecilia Parish are given priority admittance.
If space allows, other area Catholic or non-Catholic students are welcomed. Buses transport students to and from school.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
151 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Saint Cecilia School offers residents of the Ames area an opportunity for Catholic education. Students from preschool through grade five are given the opportunity to study, pray, and play in an atmosphere that nurtures Christian love and acceptance. Faculty, staff, parents, and parishioners unite to provide students with an excellent academic background that promotes each student's positive self image and develops each student's intellectual and social potential. All programs at the school are enhanced by parent, parish, and community volunteers. These friends of the school contribute greatly to the total program. Sharing faith and growing in the love of Jesus Christ and of one another are essential activities at Saint Cecilia School. Students prepare and participate in liturgies and join in prayerful classroom experiences. In addition to studying the Bible and celebrating special days of the liturgical calendar, students take on special projects, such as visiting residents in nursing homes and collecting food, toys, and clothing for special occasions and community needs. All students receive religious instruction in Catholic faith and values. Academic achievement is extremely important at Saint Cecilia School. Current textbooks, reference books, computers, and audio-visual equipment are used. Specialized teachers in art, music, physical education, guidance, computers, and library skills strengthen the curriculum. Parish policy states that no child wishing admittance will be turned away for financial reasons. Students from families registered as members of Saint Cecilia Parish are given priority admittance. If space allows, other area Catholic or non-Catholic students are welcomed. Buses transport students to and from school.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Cecilia Elementary School often compared to?
St. Cecilia Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Ames Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Cecilia Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Cecilia Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Cecilia Elementary School vs. Ames Christian School
The nearest high school to St. Cecilia Elementary School is Nevada Seventh-day Adventist School (9.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Ames Christian School (2.8 miles away)
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Grades: PK-6 | 87 students 2.8 miles 925 South 16th Street
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 233-0772
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 233-0772
2.8
PK-6
87
Nevada Seventh-day Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
Grades: K-9 | 14 students 9.4 miles 324 6th St
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 215-1092
Nevada, IA 50201
(515) 215-1092
9.4
K-9
14
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
Grades: K-8 | 82 students 12.8 miles 1111 Marshall St
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-4124
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-4124
12.8
K-8
82
Grades: PK-8 | 120 students 13 miles 712 12th St
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-6912
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-6912
13
PK-8
120
Grades: 7-12 | 125 students 18.8 miles 1251 334th St
Woodward, IA 50276
(515) 438-3481
Woodward, IA 50276
(515) 438-3481
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125
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