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St. Edward School

139 E Mitchell Ave Waterloo, IA 50702

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked IA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 339 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked IA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 339 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. Edward School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Students By Grade
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
339 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 16%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
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School Notes

  • Saint Edward's School, founded upon the independent Episcopal school tradition, is a co-educational, pre-kindergarten through grade twelve, college preparatory school committed to educational excellence.
  • To empower each child to reach his or her full potential, the School community promotes an environment of advocacy, challenges the whole student, cultivates moral courage and spiritual growth, and inspires a lifelong passion for learning.
  • Saint Edward's School, founded upon the independent Episcopal school tradition, is a co-educational, pre-kindergarten through grade twelve, college preparatory school committed to educational excellence.
  • To empower each child to reach his or her full potential, the School community promotes an environment of advocacy, challenges the whole student, cultivates moral courage and spiritual growth, and inspires a lifelong passion for learning.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Fr. John Gossman—Class of 1963 -
    • Fr. Terry Brennan, S.J.—Class of 1964 -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Edward School often compared to?
St. Edward School is often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Ridge Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Edward School?
The acceptance rate of St. Edward School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.
Who are famous alumni from St. Edward School?
St. Edward School famous alumni include: Fr. John Gossman—Class of 1963 and Fr. Terry Brennan, S.J.—Class of 1964.
What is St. Edward School's ranking?
St. Edward School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Edward School?
The application deadline for St. Edward School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Iowa is $7,641 for elementary schools and $10,400 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Iowa is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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