Xavier High School
School Notes Overview:
The mission of Xavier High School is to develop the total person in a Catholic environment. Xavier High School is a part of the tradition and mission of the Roman Catholic Church and the Archdiocese of Dubuque. As a part of that tradition we are committed to proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus in a Catholic faith-filled environment that motivates each student, staff member, parent/guardian and supporter to share in that mission; developing each person's spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical gifts; respecting each individual person's unique value and talents; building God's Kingdom through service to our community, nurturing family relationships, and modeling Christ in our everyday actions; creating an atmosphere of justice and trust through embracing the Gospel in our decisions and actions; fostering stewardship through personal commitment, responsibility, and accountability to one another and to our world; and providing a learning atmosphere where creativity and innovation are honored and celebrated. ...
School Overview:
Xavier High School |
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| School Membership(s) | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) | ||
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | ||
| Programs for Learning Differences | Yes | ||
| Learning Differences Supported | 504 Plans | ||
| Year Founded | 1998 | ||
| County | Linn County, IA | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 758 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
This School |
(IA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 5% | 10% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Grade 9 - 176 students | |||
| Grade 10 - 191 students | |||
| Grade 11 - 216 students | |||
| Grade 12 - 175 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 55 teachers | ||
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 62% | ||
| Average Class Size | 22 | ||
| Number of AP Courses | 7 | ||
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | ||
Advanced Courses |
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| U.S. Government | Spanish | ||
| Literary Analysis | Economics | ||
| Chemistry | Calculus | ||
| Biology | |||
| Average SAT score | 1360 | ||
| Average ACT score | 23 | ||
This School |
(IA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:16 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 7 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | ||
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $3,850 | ||
| Tuition Notes | Non-parish tuition is $6550. Tuition assistance is available based on financial need. | ||
| % on Financial Aid | 20% | ||
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,000 | ||
| Acceptance Rate | 100% | ||
| Head of School | Tom Keating | ||
| Admissions Director | Janet Lukan | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 16 | ||
Sports |
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| Baseball | Basketball | ||
| Bowling | Cheering | ||
| Cross Country | Dance | ||
| Diving | Football | ||
| Golf | Soccer | ||
| Softball | Swimming | ||
| Tennis | Track and Field | ||
| Volley Ball | Wrestling | ||
| Extracurricular | |||
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 26 | ||
Extracurriculars |
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| Art Club | Drama | ||
| Intramurals | Jazz Band | ||
| Junior Achievement | Key Club | ||
| Knowledge Olympics | Liturgy Committee | ||
| Liturgy Singers | Marching Band | ||
| Math Club | Model U.N. | ||
| National Honor Society | Newspaper | ||
| Quiz Bowl | Robotics Club | ||
| Science Club | Show Choir | ||
| Spanish Club | Speech | ||
| Student Senate | Students Against Destructive Decisions | ||
| Thespians | World Food Prize | ||
| Xavier Ambassadors | Yearbook | ||
School Notes:
- The mission of Xavier High School is to develop the total person in a Catholic environment. Xavier High School is a part of the tradition and mission of the Roman Catholic Church and the Archdiocese of Dubuque. As a part of that tradition we are committed to proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus in a Catholic faith-filled environment that motivates each student, staff member, parent/guardian and supporter to share in that mission; developing each person's spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical gifts; respecting each individual person's unique value and talents; building God's Kingdom through service to our community, nurturing family relationships, and modeling Christ in our everyday actions; creating an atmosphere of justice and trust through embracing the Gospel in our decisions and actions; fostering stewardship through personal commitment, responsibility, and accountability to one another and to our world; and providing a learning atmosphere where creativity and innovation are honored and celebrated.
- Profile last updated: 12/02/2008
In the News:
- PHOTOTS & VIDEO: Xavier mauls Linn-Mar 41-3 (The Gazette)
posted on November 3, 2009 at 01:59:06 pm
MARION — If this was the swan song for Armstrong Field, the Xavier Saints made sure it would end on a sour note. From their perspective, sour was sweet. - 8th Annual Kernels Foundation WWBA Tournament starts Friday (OurSports Central)
posted on September 22, 2009 at 03:25:49 pm
Cedar Rapids, IA - Thirty-five teams from nine states will compete in the 8th Annual Kernels Foundation WWBA Tournament this weekend at Veterans Memorial Stadium and 11 other fields in the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Area. - Engagement: Ruter and Hudak (The Savage Pacer)
posted on July 22, 2009 at 10:14:01 pm
Lindsay Nicole Ruter of Savage and Darren Matthew Hudak of Cedar Rapids, Iowa announce their engagement. read more - Reservists head for Afghanistan (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
posted on July 17, 2009 at 09:28:56 am
CEDAR RAPIDS --- Shaela Bresnan was all smiles Wednesday afternoon as she posed for pictures with friends and family. - SLIDESHOW, VIDEO: Pride, anxiety as Cedar Rapids soldiers deploy (The Gazette)
posted on July 16, 2009 at 03:12:47 am
Shaela Bresnan was all smiles Wednesday afternoon as she posed for pictures with friends and family. and#147;And sheand#146;ll be all smiles the next time we see her,and#148; Ken Bresnan of Indianola said about his daughter, an Army Reserve second lieutenant deploying for Afghanistan.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (52411) | School Zip (52411) |
(IA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 5,587 people | 2,926,456 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 62% | 22% |
| Population Average Age | 38 years old | 36 years old |
| Average Household size | 3.0 persons | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | $80,059 | $40,736 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 8 rooms | 5.5 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 17 years old | 49 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 98% / 2% | 70% / 30% |
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