Prince Of Peace Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IA School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 189 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,024
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Prince Of Peace 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	Prince Of Peace Catholic School
Kind	21
1	10
2	13
3	15
4	19
5	15
6	10
7	19
8	17
9	13
10	12
11	15
12	10

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Year Founded

1852

School Calendar

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School Motto

We, the Jesus Christ Prince of Peace Catholic Education System, serve to facilitate the teaching ministry of the Parish.

Student Body

Total Students

189 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

17%

State avg.: 16%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

19 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

67%

Average Class Size

15 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Khaki, blue or black pants and shirt with a collar in choice of 5 colors.

Number of AP Courses

3 courses

Advanced Courses

AP CalculusAP Chemistry

AP StatisticsCollege Biology

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,024

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Tuition Notes

K - 8 is $4024; High School is $5416 Discount for parish families

% on Financial Aid

47%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$900

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Jennifer Hansen

Endowment Size

$1.2 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

13 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

FootballGolf

SoccerSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Wrestling

Colors

Royal blue, Gold

School Mascot

Irish

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

ChorusDrama

National Honor SocietyQuiz Bowl Team

Speech TeamStudent Council

Yearbook

Club or Organization:

E-Sports

School Notes

Prince of Peace provides a rigorous, Christ-centered curriculum emphasizing faith formation, academics and discipline.

95% of high school students participate in extracurriculars
Teachers average 14 years classroom experience
School accredited by NCA and Iowa Department of Education
34% of student body are non-Catholics
Learning to serve others is integral to curriculum
Each class exceeds their grade level on standardized tests

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Prince Of Peace Catholic School cost?

Prince Of Peace Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,024 for private students.

What schools are Prince Of Peace Catholic School often compared to?

Prince Of Peace Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Joseph Catholic School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Prince Of Peace Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of Prince Of Peace Catholic School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

What sports does Prince Of Peace Catholic School offer?

Prince Of Peace Catholic School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Prince Of Peace Catholic School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for most sports offered.

What is Prince Of Peace Catholic School's ranking?

Prince Of Peace Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Prince Of Peace Catholic School?

The application deadline for Prince Of Peace Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Iowa is $9,021 for elementary schools and $11,342 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Iowa is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).