Spalding Catholic School in Granville, IA serves 55 students from preschool through 6th grade in a Catholic, co–educational town–based setting.
Founded in 1962, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with 6 total teachers.
The student body includes 23.5% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the local community.
Spalding Catholic offers a regular elementary program within the town locale and participates in other school associations.
Nearby Catholic schools include similar grade spans and student–teacher ratios, providing options for families in the Granville area.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
55 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Spalding Catholic School?
The application deadline for Spalding Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Spalding Catholic School is Unity Christian High School (10.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Spalding Catholic Schools (7.1 miles away)
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908 6th Ave
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(712) 756-4532
Alton, IA 51003
(712) 756-4532
7.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 52 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Spaulding Catholic School
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(712) 756-4532
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(712) 756-4532
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(712) 949-3915
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(712) 949-3915
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Orange City, IA 51041
(712) 737-2274
Orange City, IA 51041
(712) 737-2274
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Unity Christian High School
(Christian)
216 Michigan Ave Sw
Orange City, IA 51041
(712) 737-4114
Orange City, IA 51041
(712) 737-4114
10.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 312 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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