Seton Catholic Elementary School in Ottumwa, IA, serves 113 students from pre–kindergarten through 6th grade in a town setting with Catholic religious affiliation.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 12, supported by 7 full–time teachers.
Founded in 1976, the school provides a formal dress code and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Approximately 6% of the student body at this Ottumwa Catholic elementary school represent students of color.
Seton Catholic Elementary is part of a community with several private education options, including Ottumwa Christian School located less than half a mile away.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1976
Student Body
Total Students
113 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Building Faith Inspiring Excellence Nurturing the Whole Child in a Gospel-Centered Community
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Seton Catholic Elementary School?
The application deadline for Seton Catholic Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Seton Catholic Elementary School is Ottumwa Christian School (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ottumwa Christian School
(Christian)
458 N Court St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-9119
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-9119
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 89 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
Pekin Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
1062 Birch Ave
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3707
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3707
16 miles
Gr: PK-K | 40 students
804 Dr Robert Keith Wallace Drive
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
23.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 173 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Oskaloosa Christian School
(Christian)
726 N. E Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 672-2174
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 672-2174
23.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 201 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Suburan Hgts. Baptist Church
(Baptist)
401 S 32nd St
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2208
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2208
23.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 66 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ottumwa Christian School
(Christian)
458 N Court St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-9119
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-9119
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 89 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
804 Dr Robert Keith Wallace Drive
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
23.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 173 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Suburan Hgts. Baptist Church
(Baptist)
401 S 32nd St
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2208
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2208
23.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 66 students
300 Eagle Ln
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4440
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4440
37.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 302 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
1505 E Washington St
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-8613
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
(319) 385-8613
46 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ottumwa Christian School
(Christian)
458 N Court St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-9119
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-9119
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 89 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
804 Dr Robert Keith Wallace Drive
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
23.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 173 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Oskaloosa Christian School
(Christian)
726 N. E Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 672-2174
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 672-2174
23.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 201 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Suburan Hgts. Baptist Church
(Baptist)
401 S 32nd St
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2208
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2208
23.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 66 students
Singing Cedars School
Special Program Emphasis
2149 N B St
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 632-2230
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 632-2230
23.8 miles
Gr: K-3 | 27 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ottumwa Christian School
(Christian)
458 N Court St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-9119
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-9119
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 89 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
Pekin Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
1062 Birch Ave
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3707
Packwood, IA 52580
(319) 695-3707
16 miles
Gr: PK-K | 40 students
804 Dr Robert Keith Wallace Drive
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
23.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 173 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Suburan Hgts. Baptist Church
(Baptist)
401 S 32nd St
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2208
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2208
23.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 66 students
Peoria Christian School
(Christian)
110 Peoria West St
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 625-4131
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 625-4131
36.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 48 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ottumwa High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 E 2nd
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-4444
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-4444
0.4 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 910 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1102 E. 4th St.
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-5441
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-5441
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 335 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Gateway High School
(Math: 15-19%)
907 Gateway Drive
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-6597
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-6597
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 213 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
James Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1001 N Benton
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-5411
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-5411
0.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 249 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Ottumwa Virtual Learning
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
115 N Ferry St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-6597
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-6597
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 106 students Minority enrollment: 44%
School Reviews
5 10/6/2023
My first grader, Sophia, is a Seton student for her 2nd year. Being a parent who has raised two older daughters in public school, I can honestly say "If I only knew then...". I could tell right away, that this school has a superb curriculum, exemplary staff, and the wholesome and loving environment any parent would be proud to send their child to! There are many educational (and fun!) activities and events for the school day and family night events too. Seton is more than just a school. It's your child's home away from home!
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