For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 420 students in Cerro Gordo County, IA (there are 13 public schools, serving 5,328 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in Cerro Gordo County, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
Private Schools in Cerro Gordo County (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
How many private schools are located in Cerro Gordo County, IA?
3 private schools are located in Cerro Gordo County, IA.
What percentage of students in Cerro Gordo County go to private school?
7% 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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