Our Lady of Victory parish, through John F. Kennedy Catholic School and Guardian Angel Pre-School, provides a pre-school 8th grade Christ-centered, nurturing, caring, safe environment.
Acting as an extension of the family, the staff of JFK encourages all students to realize and reach their true potential.
Students are taught life skills and values, including to respect others, care for and help others, and to be accountable for their actions.
John F. Kennedy Catholic School, as the Roman Catholic School of Our Lady of Victory Parish, partners with families in accepting and loving children as unique gifts of God.
Through our caring and nurturing parish community, we will help all children identify and share their gifts and talents and develop a Christ-centered character, live their Catholic faith, and achieve academic excellence as they become disciples of Christ.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
John F Kennedy Catholic 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 Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
398 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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What is John F Kennedy Catholic School's ranking?
John F Kennedy Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for John F Kennedy Catholic School?
The application deadline for John F Kennedy Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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