St. Francis Xavier Catholic School utilize an active partnership between home and school to educate the whole child: spiritually, academically, emotionally, socially, culturally, and physically, within a Catholic values-based program.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Francis Xavier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
382 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Francis Xavier Elementary School's ranking?
St. Francis Xavier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis Xavier Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Francis Xavier Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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