St. Edmond Catholic School in Fort Dodge, IA, offers co–ed education for grades PK through 12 in a town community setting.
The school has an enrollment of 597 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 supported by 42 teachers.
Edmond is affiliated with the Catholic religion and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Approximately 10.2% of the udent body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
Among Iowa private schools,. Edmond ranks in the top 20% for large student body size.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Edmond Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Colors
White, Kelly green
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
597 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
K-5th $7,735, 6-8th $8,150, 9-12th $8,920
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gael
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Edmond Catholic School often compared to?
St. Edmond Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul Lutheran Church & School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Edmond Catholic School's ranking?
St. Edmond Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Edmond Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Edmond Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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People that viewed St. Edmond Catholic School also viewed these schools: St. Paul Lutheran Church & School, Community Christian School, Harvest Baptist School, Trinity Lutheran School and Sacred Heart School.
The nearest high school to St. Edmond Catholic School is Harvest Baptist School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Paul Lutheran Church & School (1.0 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
St. Paul Lutheran Church & School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1217 4th Ave S
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
(515) 955-7208
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
(515) 955-7208
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 121 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Community Christian School![Community Christian School Photo - Community Christian School is a non-denominational school in Fort Dodge, IA.]( "Community Christian School Photo - Community Christian School is a non-denominational school in Fort Dodge, IA.")
(Christian)
2406 9 1/2 Ave S
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
(515) 573-3011
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
(515) 573-3011
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 138 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
Harvest Baptist School
(Baptist)
614 2nd Ave S
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
(515) 955-3074
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
(515) 955-3074
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 62 students
712 12th St
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-6912
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-6912
33.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 120 students
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
1111 Marshall St
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-4124
Boone, IA 50036
(515) 432-4124
34.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 82 students
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