St. Matthew School vs. St. Pius X Elementary School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
St. Matthew School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
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St. Pius X Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
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Overview
St. Matthew School is a living faith community founded on Christian principles by which we form the total person in Christ.
Complementing the family, our school provides an environment in which the child can grow spiritually, emotionally, physically, socially, and intellectually.
St. Matthew School strives to make learning relevant and prepare children to find Christ in our changing world.
The mission of St. Pius X/St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Education program is to promulgate Catholic identity based on Vatican II ideals that generate Christ-centered spiritual growth.
An atmosphere is fostered that enhances a student's ability to receive a quality education which instills a life-long love of learning, growth in self-awareness, acceptance of the diversity of people and provides opportunities for service to God and neighbor.
Grades Offered
PK-5
PK-5
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
n/a
Students Body
Total Students
789 students
367 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
4%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
250
-
Pre-K Students
355
40
Kindergarten Students
54
49
Grade 1 Students
21
47
Grade 2 Students
35
56
Grade 3 Students
20
50
Grade 4 Students
26
70
Grade 5 Students
28
55
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
21 teachers
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:79
1:17
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling