Holy Family School (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 208 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,123
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Holy Family School
Kind	20
1	25
2	26
3	25
4	21
5	21
6	24
7	26
8	20

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Year Founded

1985

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Student Body

Total Students

208 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

98%

State avg.: 16%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

21 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,123

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Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

It is the mission of Holy Family School, as an extension of church life, to nurture families and provide for students quality education rooted in the gospel of Jesus and the traditions and practices of the Catholic Church.
Holy Family School exists to provide an environment in which the richness of each student's heritage is celebrated; to provide an academic program which challenges students to reach their highest potential; to utilize current technology to prepare students for the world tomorrow; to enrich student and family life by facilitating access to a variety of church and community resources; and to partner with parishes in the formation of parents and children as active participants in their community of faith.

It is the mission of Holy Family School, as an extension of church life, to nurture families and provide for students quality education rooted in the gospel of Jesus and the traditions and practices of the Catholic Church. Holy Family School exists to provide an environment in which the richness of each student's heritage is celebrated; to provide an academic program which challenges students to reach their highest potential; to utilize current technology to prepare students for the world tomorrow; to enrich student and family life by facilitating access to a variety of church and community resources; and to partner with parishes in the formation of parents and children as active participants in their community of faith.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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How much does Holy Family School cost?

Holy Family School's tuition is approximately $7,123 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Holy Family School?

The acceptance rate of Holy Family School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

When is the application deadline for Holy Family School?

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

In what neighborhood is Holy Family School located?

Holy Family School is located in the Capitol Park neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.

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The average private school tuition in Des Moines, IA is $9,245 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Des Moines, IA is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).