St. Albert Catholic Photo #8 - All students, from cradle to college, learn in a faith-filled, disciplined atmosphere nurtured by the support and dedication of their teachers.

St. Albert Catholic

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St. Albert Catholic Photo #1 - With the addition of the state-of-the-art childcare center and elementary school, Saint Albert's elite learning, faith-filled environment is unmatched in Southwest Iowa.
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St. Albert Catholic Photo #1 - With the addition of the state-of-the-art childcare center and elementary school, Saint Albert's elite learning, faith-filled environment is unmatched in Southwest Iowa.
St. Albert Catholic Photo #2 - From the first days of pre-school to high school graduation, Saint Albert Catholic Schools provides an excellent faith-based education all on one campus.
St. Albert Catholic Photo #3 - Saint Albert's elementary program prepares its students for a life of learning. For each grade, dedicated teachers develop a program that cultivates the spiritual, academic, social and personal needs of each student.
St. Albert Catholic Photo #4 - The elementary classrooms include wireless laptop labs, Smart Board interactive learning systems, LCD televisions, and ELMO systems.
St. Albert Catholic Photo #5 - Saint Albert helps students better their education by offering over 25 enrichment and extracurricular activities, including Science Bowl, Speech Contests, Honor Bands, Catholic Daughters, History Day, Battle of the Books, and Leadership Programs.
St. Albert Catholic Photo #6 - Saint Albert gives its students an outstanding college preparatory education by offering 15 college credit and advanced placement courses.
St. Albert Catholic Photo #7 - Traditionally, Saint Albert has a 99% graduation rate with 96% of students pursuing higher education. The Class of 2012 had a 100% graduation rate and over 30% of the class scored a 25 or higher on their ACTs.
St. Albert Catholic Photo #8 - Students are also encouraged to provide service to their school, community, and parish. Saint Albert students volunteer in the Council Bluffs community and will perform over 50 hours of service before they graduate.
St. Albert Catholic Photo #9 - All students, from cradle to college, learn in a faith-filled, disciplined atmosphere nurtured by the support and dedication of their teachers.
Committed to the teachings of the Catholic Church, the mission of Saint Albert Catholic Schools is to foster spiritual, moral, physical and intellectual growth for all students.
From the first days of preschool through high school graduation, Saint Albert Catholic Schools prepare your child for the world through spiritual guidance, superior education and a caring, disciplined environment. Saint Albert can provide a unique experience that can't be found anywhere else in Southwest Iowa - one that impacts each student in a profound way.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked IA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 675 students
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Albert Catholic ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1964

Student Body

Total Students
675 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
St. Albert Catholic Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
48%
Average Class Size
22 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Average Percentile SSAT
84%
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Boys . . . khaki

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$5,990 (Kindergarten) - $9,170 (12th Grade). Local Catholic Parish Membership discount available.
% on Financial Aid
38%
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Angie Whitfield
Admissions Associate
Cecilia Hallstrom, Secondary
Endowment Size
$3.1 million

Sports

School Notes

  • Committed to the teachings of the Catholic Church, the mission of Saint Albert Catholic Schools is to foster spiritual, moral, physical and intellectual growth for all students. From the first days of preschool through high school graduation, Saint Albert Catholic Schools prepare your child for the world through spiritual guidance, superior education and a caring, disciplined environment. Saint Albert can provide a unique experience that can't be found anywhere else in Southwest Iowa - one that impacts each student in a profound way.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Albert Catholic often compared to?
St. Albert Catholic is often viewed alongside schools like Heartland Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Albert Catholic?
The acceptance rate of St. Albert Catholic is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 94%.
What sports does St. Albert Catholic offer?
St. Albert Catholic offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. St. Albert Catholic is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for most sports offered.
What is St. Albert Catholic's ranking?
St. Albert Catholic ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Albert Catholic?
The application deadline for St. Albert Catholic is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked IA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 675 students
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Iowa is $6,929 for elementary schools and $11,227 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Iowa is 94% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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