St Joseph The Worker School is a Catholic community that invites and encourages all its members to live the faith filled journey with Jesus Christ.
We, the members of the Holy Family Catholic Schools believe that families are domestic churches and the foundation of a Catholic way of life; children are gifts from God and that they have the right to know the nurturing love of their Creator; parents are the first and primary educators of their children; and each parish and its programs of Catholic education are an extension of the family and assist families in their mission.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked IA School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Yearly Tuition: $20,000
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Guadalupe ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
Student Body
Total Students
346 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Forming disciples of Jesus Christ through Catholic educational excellence.
- St Joseph The Worker School is a Catholic community that invites and encourages all its members to live the faith filled journey with Jesus Christ. We, the members of the Holy Family Catholic Schools believe that families are domestic churches and the foundation of a Catholic way of life; children are gifts from God and that they have the right to know the nurturing love of their Creator; parents are the first and primary educators of their children; and each parish and its programs of Catholic education are an extension of the family and assist families in their mission.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Lady Of Guadalupe cost?
Our Lady Of Guadalupe's tuition is approximately $20,000 for private students.
What schools are Our Lady Of Guadalupe often compared to?
Our Lady Of Guadalupe is often viewed alongside schools like Dubuque Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Our Lady Of Guadalupe?
The acceptance rate of Our Lady Of Guadalupe is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What is Our Lady Of Guadalupe's ranking?
Our Lady Of Guadalupe ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Guadalupe?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Guadalupe is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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