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De Sales School (Closed 2016)

414 E Main St
Ossian, IA 52161

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De Sales School serves students ages 3 through 8th grade.

Our preschool program is open to the public for children ages 3 to 5. The educational program at De Sales nurtures each child's natural curiosity.

Small class sizes, individualized instruction, progressive curricula, and dedicated teachers prepare our students to assume responsible and productive roles in society.

We are committed to the highest quality in education, offering a complete palette of programs and resources for students in preschool and grades kindergarten through eight.

We are dedicated to promoting and nurturing the development of each student's unique and individual potential through an education permeated with Christian values and ethics.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1871

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a

Student Body

Total Students

114 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 16%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Casual business attire

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$1,600

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Tuition assistance is available to everyone. All children are welcome at De Sales School.

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryFootball

SoftballTrack and Field

VolleyballWrestling

School Notes

Student planning and participation in weekly liturgies
Daily prayer
Sacramental preparation
Christian service
Teachers as spiritual companions guidance and Human Growth & Development classes in a Christian context
Gospel values infused in all curricular areas
Extended Learning Program includes a resource room for students needing extra support, with Differentiated Instruction in the classrooms to accommodate all learning levels
In-school guidance counselor
Technology training available to all grade levels
Title I reading / Reading Recovery
Speech therapy
Periodic free health screenings
All Keystone AEA services
Affordable tuition with assistance available to all qualifying families
Show choir
Musicals
Class field trips
Shared-time opportunities at South Winneshiek for grades 5-8, including band, art, physical education, and all sports
De Sales offers a preschool program open to the public for children ages 3 to 5. Two groups of classes are offered:Three-year-olds from 8:30 to 11:30 am on Tuesday and Thursday; andFour- and Pre-K five-year-olds on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Ours is a very personal and family-like environment where all of us take a special lnterest in every child. We are able to do many all-school activities in which older students work with and assist younger students, forming unique and lasting bonds. All the students know each other, and the teachers and staff know all the students. It's a great atmosphere!
As a parent, one of your most important decisions is that of choosing the education that will most benefit your child. We are firmly committed to the values of a Catholic education and feel certain of its lifetime benefits. We'd be most happy to have your child become part of our family. You won't be disappointed!

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does De Sales School cost?

De Sales School's tuition is approximately $1,600 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of De Sales School?

The acceptance rate of De Sales School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

What sports does De Sales School offer?

De Sales School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.

When is the application deadline for De Sales School?

The application deadline for De Sales School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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