St. Francis Xavier Catholic School utilize an active partnership between home and school to educate the whole child: spiritually, academically, emotionally, socially, culturally, and physically, within a Catholic values-based program.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Francis Xavier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Campus Size
10
School Motto
Cultivating the full potential of each individual through the pursuit of academic, spiritual, and personal excellence.
Student Body
Total Students
382 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Francis Xavier Elementary School cost?
St. Francis Xavier Elementary School's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.
What is St. Francis Xavier Elementary School's ranking?
St. Francis Xavier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis Xavier Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Francis Xavier Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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