Ss Mary And Mathias Catholic School

Bishop Hayes Catholic School, along with the members of Ss. Mary & Mathias Parish, gather as a sacramental church, enlivened by liturgy and worship, will model and commit to faith formation and spiritual growth of all persons based on Justice and Gospel values, Catholic church teachings, and family life so that Faith becomes Alive and Active.
Bishop Hayes Catholic School provides a faith-based education to students in Preschool – 5th grades.
At Bishop Hayes, the staff promotes spiritual and academic growth with consideration of physical, emotional, social and psychological factors.
Our goal is to develop students with sound moral principles, a sense of social justice, leadership skills, and academic excellence.
Students are expected and encouraged to make responsible choices. Bishop Hayes affords a special blend of staff, students, parents and community that enhances the elementary school experience by setting an example of life lived in harmony with one's religious beliefs, concern for fellow human beings, and development of special talents.
BHCS facilities include nine classrooms, chapel, full-size gymnasium, kitchen, computer lab, media center, playground, athletic fields, nature center, and prayer garden.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked IA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 321 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Ss Mary And Mathias Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
321 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Ss Mary And Mathias Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is Ss Mary And Mathias Catholic School's ranking?
Ss Mary And Mathias Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Ss Mary And Mathias Catholic School?
The application deadline for Ss Mary And Mathias Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked IA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 321 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Iowa is $5,810 for elementary schools and $10,792 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Iowa is 94% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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