For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,048 students in Cerro Gordo County, IA (there are 13 public schools, serving 5,328 public students). 16% of all K-12 students in Cerro Gordo County, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
The top ranked private school in Cerro Gordo County, IA is Newman Catholic School.
Top Ranked Cerro Gordo County Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2445 19th St Sw
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 423-6939
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 423-6939
Gr: K-12 | 628 students Avg. class size: 39 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Clear Lake Classical
(Christian)
3714 N Shore Dr
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(630) 854-3006
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(630) 854-3006
Gr: PK-9 | 75 students
Newman Catholic Elementary School
(Catholic)
2000 S Mckinley Avenue
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 423-3101
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 423-3101
Gr: K-5 | 271 students Tuition listed
680 6th St SE
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 423-6440
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 423-6440
Gr: PK-12 | 74 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Cerro Gordo County, IA?
The top ranked private schools in Cerro Gordo County, IA is Newman Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in Cerro Gordo County?
4 private schools are located in Cerro Gordo County.
What percentage of students in Cerro Gordo County go to private school?
16% of all K-12 students in Cerro Gordo County are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
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