Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Patrick's School
About the School
- St. Patrick's Elementary School is a beacon of hope, which has illuminated the Missouri Valley community for over 90 years.
- This Catholic grade school is the last of its kind in Harrison County.
- We offer a quality academic education, with a strong Christian foundation for children in Preschool (Age 3) through the 8th Grade.
- Children of all faiths and communites are welcome.
- A high-quality education is one of the most important assets we can provide for our children.
- We believe exposure to a variety of topics, people, and adventures all contribute to a fulfilling educational experience.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. Patrick's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1877
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. Patrick's Elementary School is a beacon of hope, which has illuminated the Missouri Valley community for over 90 years. This Catholic grade school is the last of its kind in Harrison County. We offer a quality academic education, with a strong Christian foundation for children in Preschool (Age 3) through the 8th Grade. Children of all faiths and communites are welcome. A high-quality education is one of the most important assets we can provide for our children. We believe exposure to a variety of topics, people, and adventures all contribute to a fulfilling educational experience.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Patrick's School's ranking?
St. Patrick's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Patrick's School?
The application deadline for St. Patrick's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Patrick's School is Roncalli Catholic High School (17.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Blair Kids Academy (13.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Philip Neri School (15.9 miles away)
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Distance: 13.5 mi
Gr: K-5 | 102 students
Alternative School
2232 Washington St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 427-2723
Distance: 15.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Catholic
8202 N 31st St
Omaha, NE 68112
(402) 315-3500
Distance: 16.5 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 64 students
Christian
13121 County Road 16
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 614-5716
Distance: 17.1 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
6316 N 30th St
Omaha, NE 68111
(402) 991-1444
Distance: 17.8 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 340 students
Catholic
6401 Sorensen Pkwy
Omaha, NE 68152
(402) 571-7670
Distance: 17.8 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 340 students
Catholic
6401 Sorensen Pkwy
Omaha, NE 68152
(402) 571-7670
Distance: 19.3 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 694 students
Sports: 12
All-girls (Catholic)
7400 Military Ave
Omaha, NE 68134
(402) 571-2618
Distance: 19.3 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 3
Christian
3223 N. 45th St.
Omaha, NE 68104
(402) 451-5234
Distance: 19.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 20 students
Baptist
2701 Avenue N
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 322-2321
Distance: 19.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 336 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 10
Christian
10244 Wiesman Dr.
Omaha, NE 68134
(402) 399-9565
Distance: 13.5 mi
Gr: K-5 | 102 students
Alternative School
2232 Washington St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 427-2723
Distance: 15.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Catholic
8202 N 31st St
Omaha, NE 68112
(402) 315-3500
Distance: 16.5 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 64 students
Christian
13121 County Road 16
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 614-5716
Distance: 17.1 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
6316 N 30th St
Omaha, NE 68111
(402) 991-1444
Distance: 19.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students
Catholic
2205 Binney St
Omaha, NE 68110
(402) 455-5858
Distance: 15.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Catholic
8202 N 31st St
Omaha, NE 68112
(402) 315-3500
Distance: 16.5 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 64 students
Christian
13121 County Road 16
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 614-5716
Distance: 17.1 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
6316 N 30th St
Omaha, NE 68111
(402) 991-1444
Distance: 19.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students
Catholic
2205 Binney St
Omaha, NE 68110
(402) 455-5858
Distance: 19.1 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 75 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Montessori School
3713 North 52nd St.
Omaha, NE 68104
(402) 345-2002
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Missouri Valley Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
602 North 9th Street
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
(712) 642-2706
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
(712) 642-2706
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Missouri Valley High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
605 E Lincoln Highway
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
(712) 642-2706
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
(712) 642-2706
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 228 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Missouri Valley Middle School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
607 E Lincoln Highway
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
(712) 642-2706
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
(712) 642-2706
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 158 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Logan-magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1200 N 2nd Ave
Logan, IA 51546
(712) 644-2168
Logan, IA 51546
(712) 644-2168
8.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 431 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Logan-magnolia Jr-sr High School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1200 N 2nd Ave
Logan, IA 51546
(712) 644-2250
Logan, IA 51546
(712) 644-2250
8.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 294 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
School Reviews
5 2/23/2019
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