Newman Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Why Choose Newman Catholic Schools? Mission Statement: Newman Catholic is an early childhood through twelfth-grade Catholic school that welcomes students of all faiths while serving the parishes of North Iowa.
Our students are educated in a caring and faith-filled environment that focuses on the individual learner.
Inspired by Christ, our Newman Catholic faculty and staff, families, and parishes are committed to forming disciples to lead, love, and serve.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked IA School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 628 students
Average class size: 39 students
Application Deadline: Mar. 31
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Newman Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Newman Catholic School
Pre-K	72
Kind	42
1	44
2	51
3	38
4	42
5	43
6	41
7	38
8	43
9	38
10	45
11	47
12	44

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Pre-K is the largest grade at Newman Catholic School, with 72 students.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

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Year Founded

1961

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School

Student Body

Total Students

628 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 16%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

45 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

39 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Black, Navy or Khaki Pants and Red, White, Navy, Maroon Polos

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Mar. 31

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,515; $4,725 (out of parish)

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Tuition Notes

newmancatholic.org shows the tuition rate and the scholarship process

Admissions Director

Heidi Kuhl

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

17 sports

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BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Track and FieldVolleyball

Wrestling

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

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Art ClubEsports Club

Quiz BowlSpeech Team

School Notes

Daycare, Preschool-12th grade all on one beautiful campus
Rooted in the Catholic tradition, Newman students adhere to Christian principals of love and respect in the classroom and all areas of the campus
Newman Schools provide a quality education for young people in a safe environment that fosters excellence in academics and spiritual development.
Students put faith into action by volunteering in the community
Students learn Christian values that last a lifetime
Caring, committed, and experienced staff
Scholarship opportunities available
Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 in K-8th and 9:1 in 9th-12th
Newman students score higher on the ACT than comparable Iowa students (5-year trend)
Over the past 5 years, Newman Juniors have scored in the top 10% on the Iowa Assessment test. Three of those years, Newman Juniors were in the top 5%
Newman students graduate with an average of 6 college credits
Award-winning athletics and arts: Newman has one of the most beautiful outdoor sports complexes in North Iowa and a new, 10,000 sq. ft. music facility that also acts as a FEMA approved storm shelter

We would like to take this opportunity to share a little of what makes Newman such an extraordinary place. It starts with a commitment to our mission: to form disciples to lead, love, and serve.
The focus of our mission is embedded in all aspects of our school culture. You will see it in the classroom as teachers create a Christian environment with a focus on individual learning. Our mission is evident during extra-curricular events as we start with prayer. It is also apparent in the behavior of our students and coaches as they compete. More importantly, you will see the mission alive in our students as they walk our halls or give back to the community in service.
As a part of the Newman family, students are given both structure and freedom. The structure needed to guide them on their path of faith and academic growth. The freedom that allows the individual to explore who they are in a caring, supportive atmosphere. Students at Newman benefit from the many opportunities seen in a larger school while experiencing the one-to-one approach of a small school.
For over 60 years, Newman Catholic has provided a strong foundation in faith and academics.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Newman Catholic School offer?

Newman Catholic School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Figure Skating, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Newman Catholic School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for most sports offered.

What is Newman Catholic School's ranking?

Newman Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Newman Catholic School?

The application deadline for Newman Catholic School is Mar. 31.

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5 8/31/2020

So glad my children have the opportunity to go to the Newman Catholic. Newman has been such a positive life change for our family.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Iowa is $7,323 for elementary schools and $11,060 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Iowa is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).