Beckman High School is a catalyst for lifelong learning, global awareness, personal growth, and spiritual development rooted in Catholic teachings.
Beckman High School offers a comprehensive high school curriculum with a strong emphasis toward post secondary preparation, including the Advance Placement courses and post secondary educational options. In addition, a variety of vocational/technical courses are offered.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IA School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Beckman Catholic Junior Senior High 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 7-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Gold, Green
Student Body
Total Students
409 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
5 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Beckman Catholic Junior Senior High School often compared to?
Beckman Catholic Junior Senior High School is often viewed alongside schools like Holy Family Catholic Schools by visitors of our site.
What is Beckman Catholic Junior Senior High School's ranking?
Beckman Catholic Junior Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Beckman Catholic Junior Senior High School?
The application deadline for Beckman Catholic Junior Senior High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Beckman Catholic Junior Senior High School vs. Holy Family Catholic Schools
The nearest high school to Beckman Catholic Junior Senior High School is Tri-state Christian School (18.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Francis Xavier Elementary School (0.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Francis Xavier Elementary School
(Catholic)
203 2nd St Sw
Dyersville, IA 52040
(563) 875-7376
Dyersville, IA 52040
(563) 875-7376
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 382 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Seton Catholic School
(Catholic)
210 2nd Ave Se
Farley, IA 52046
(563) 744-3290
Farley, IA 52046
(563) 744-3290
6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 146 students Tuition listed
La Salle Catholic School
(Catholic)
835 Church St
Holy Cross, IA 52053
(563) 870-2405
Holy Cross, IA 52053
(563) 870-2405
10.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 60 students Avg. class size: 11 students Extracurrculars: 2
Aquin Catholic Elementary School ![Aquin Catholic Elementary School Photo]( "Aquin Catholic Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
608 3rd Ave Nw
Cascade, IA 52033
(563) 852-3331
Cascade, IA 52033
(563) 852-3331
13 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
10801 Sundown Rd
Peosta, IA 52068
(563) 556-5967
Peosta, IA 52068
(563) 556-5967
13.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 210 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Tri-state Christian School
(Christian)
5025 Saratoga Rd
Dubuque, IA 52002
(563) 231-3701
Dubuque, IA 52002
(563) 231-3701
18.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 116 students
Anna B Lawther Academy
Special Education School
2005 Asbury Rd
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 582-4015
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 582-4015
21.2 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 65 students
Holy Family Catholic Schools
Special Program Emphasis
2005 Kane St
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 582-5456
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 582-5456
21.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 915 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
11084 W Us Highway 20
Galena, IL 61036
(563) 231-3701
Galena, IL 61036
(563) 231-3701
35.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 119 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
502 Franklin St
Bellevue, IA 52031
(563) 872-3356
Bellevue, IA 52031
(563) 872-3356
38 miles
Gr: K-12 | 257 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Francis Xavier Elementary School
(Catholic)
203 2nd St Sw
Dyersville, IA 52040
(563) 875-7376
Dyersville, IA 52040
(563) 875-7376
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 382 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Seton Catholic School
(Catholic)
210 2nd Ave Se
Farley, IA 52046
(563) 744-3290
Farley, IA 52046
(563) 744-3290
6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 146 students Tuition listed
La Salle Catholic School
(Catholic)
835 Church St
Holy Cross, IA 52053
(563) 870-2405
Holy Cross, IA 52053
(563) 870-2405
10.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 60 students Avg. class size: 11 students Extracurrculars: 2
Aquin Catholic Elementary School ![Aquin Catholic Elementary School Photo]( "Aquin Catholic Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
608 3rd Ave Nw
Cascade, IA 52033
(563) 852-3331
Cascade, IA 52033
(563) 852-3331
13 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
10801 Sundown Rd
Peosta, IA 52068
(563) 556-5967
Peosta, IA 52068
(563) 556-5967
13.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 210 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Francis Xavier Elementary School
(Catholic)
203 2nd St Sw
Dyersville, IA 52040
(563) 875-7376
Dyersville, IA 52040
(563) 875-7376
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 382 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
La Salle Catholic School
(Catholic)
835 Church St
Holy Cross, IA 52053
(563) 870-2405
Holy Cross, IA 52053
(563) 870-2405
10.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 60 students Avg. class size: 11 students Extracurrculars: 2
Aquin Catholic Elementary School ![Aquin Catholic Elementary School Photo]( "Aquin Catholic Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
608 3rd Ave Nw
Cascade, IA 52033
(563) 852-3331
Cascade, IA 52033
(563) 852-3331
13 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
234 N Sycamore St
Monticello, IA 52310
(319) 465-4605
Monticello, IA 52310
(319) 465-4605
16.6 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 74 students Tuition listed
St. Mary School
(Catholic)
132 W Butler St
Manchester, IA 52057
(563) 927-3689
Manchester, IA 52057
(563) 927-3689
17.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 253 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Dyersville Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
813 12th Ave Sw
Dyersville, IA 52040
(563) 663-9641
Dyersville, IA 52040
(563) 663-9641
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Drexler Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
405 3rd Ave Ne
Farley, IA 52046
(563) 663-9651
Farley, IA 52046
(563) 663-9651
6.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 639 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Farley Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
405 3rd Ave Ne
Farley, IA 52046
(563) 663-9652
Farley, IA 52046
(563) 663-9652
6.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Earlville Elementary School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥80% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
213 Stow St
Earlville, IA 52041
(563) 923-3225
Earlville, IA 52041
(563) 923-3225
8.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 91 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Western Dubuque High School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
302 5th Ave Sw
Epworth, IA 52045
(563) 663-9642
Epworth, IA 52045
(563) 663-9642
9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 927 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
School Reviews
5 6/7/2025
Beckman is a wonderful place for your student to plant their roots. Their friends will become family forever. They provide individual attention to each student. The teachers and staff have helped my children overcome their struggles, excel academically, and mature into fine young adults.
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