North Iowa Christian (K-12) is a non-denominational, family-friendly, top-notch educational, leading the nation for the last 8 years in classroom average higher than the top 10% for Iowa Test of Basic Skills scores.
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Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1985
Student Body
Total Students
74 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
7 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Value is much more than amount charged to parents. Lower than average, financial aid is available.
% on Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,200
Application URL
School Notes
- We are a family friendly school environment growing, providing a very high level of learning, challenging those who come in running, and helping those that need a helping hand. We have plenty of qualified staff for even greater growth. Join an exciting revolution.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for North Iowa Christian School?
The application deadline for North Iowa Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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The nearest high school to North Iowa Christian School is Newman Catholic School (2.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Newman Catholic Elementary School (2.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Clear Lake Classical (10.9 miles away)
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Quick Facts
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(Catholic)
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(641) 423-3101
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 423-3101
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(641) 423-6939
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 423-6939
2.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 628 students Avg. class size: 39 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
St. Joseph Community School
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216 N Broadway Ave
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(641) 394-2865
New Hampton, IA 50659
(641) 394-2865
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Cedar Ridge Christian School
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Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 235-9309
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(319) 235-9309
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(319) 277-6781
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School Reviews
5 2/16/2023
My child is much happier in this school than in a public school. She is much happier in a small, close-knit environment. The teachers are all kind, friendly people. They have a great academic curriculum also.
5 1/18/2021
Great education provided in our small class sizes. Teachers are able to spend lots of one-on-one time with students. Teachers care about the education my child gets, but also about the character of each of the children. My students teachers have been great about working with my child's accommodations that he needs. There are exciting things happening, including a great new addition.
5 12/8/2017
NICS is such an amazing school! To be provided such a quality education while teaching our children about God in every aspect of school, and for the kids to enjoy it as much as they do as well is just amazing to me. I can`t imagine sending my kids anywhere else.
5 9/8/2012
Top quality academics, friendly school, college prep, just added high school campus and they are working on expanding to buy Madison school.
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