Mater Dei School serves 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of Mater Dei School is 25:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,254
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Mater Dei 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-8
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
327 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition will be based on a percentage of a family?s income or the actual cost to educate per student ($4,254 for K-8 and $6,375 for 9-12), whichever is the lowest. The limit is 7% of Adjusted Gross Income (AGI), except for families with one student and an
Admissions Director
Tom Betz
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mater Dei School cost?
Mater Dei School's tuition is approximately $4,254 for private students.
What schools are Mater Dei School often compared to?
Mater Dei Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peacemakers Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Mater Dei School's ranking?
Mater Dei School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Mater Dei School?
The application deadline for Mater Dei School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Mater Dei School vs. Peacemakers Academy
The nearest high school and elementary school to Mater Dei School is Peacemakers Academy (1.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Souixland Christian School (1.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Grades: K-12 | 44 students 1.6 miles 6000 E Gordon Dr
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-2450
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-2450
1.6
K-12
44
Souixland Christian School
(Christian)
Grades: PK-12 | 203 students 1.6 miles 6000 Gordon Drive
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-4732
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-4732
1.6
PK-12
203
Mater Dei School Nativity Center![Mater Dei School Nativity Center Photo - Our teachers give back to the community]( "Mater Dei School Nativity Center Photo - Our teachers give back to the community")
(Catholic)
Grades: 5-8 | 114 students 1.9 miles 4243 Natalia Way
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-0268
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-0268
1.9
5-8
114
St. Pauls Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Grades: PK-5 | 51 students 2.4 miles 614 Jennings St
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
2.4
PK-5
51
St. Michael Catholic School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 180 students 2.8 miles 1315 1st Ave
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-1526
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-1526
2.8
PK-8
180
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