Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Bosco Catholic School System
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Bosco Catholic School System ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
321 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 16%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Number of AP Courses
3 courses
Advanced Courses
AP GovernmentAP Literature and Composition
AP US History
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Colors
White, Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Dons
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Lighthouse TeamNHS
RoboticsSpeech
Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
ArtBand
Choir
School Notes
- The Bosco Catholic School System, a Pk-12 institution with support from families, we respect, and encourage students to reach their potential Spiritually by developing a strong relationship with Jesus and knowledge of his Church, Academically by learning about and living healthy habits and Socially by becoming active members of the community who serve others as stewards of the Gospel so they are the Light of Christ in the world.
- The Bosco Catholic School System, a Pk-12 institution with support from families, we respect, and encourage students to reach their potential Spiritually by developing a strong relationship with Jesus and knowledge of his Church, Academically by learning about and living healthy habits and Socially by becoming active members of the community who serve others as stewards of the Gospel so they are the Light of Christ in the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bosco Catholic School System often compared to?
Bosco Catholic School System is often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Catholic High School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Bosco Catholic School System offer?
Bosco Catholic School System offers 12 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Bosco Catholic School System is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for most sports offered.
What is Bosco Catholic School System's ranking?
Bosco Catholic School System ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Bosco Catholic School System?
The application deadline for Bosco Catholic School System is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Bosco Catholic School System is Columbus Catholic High School (7.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Immaculate Conception-st Joseph School (0.2 miles away)
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(319) 266-4565
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(319) 232-1422
Distance: 11.9 mi
Gr: K-12 | 181 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
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Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
4520 Rownd Street
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(319) 266-4565
Distance: 8.3 mi
Gr: K-5 | 339 students
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139 E Mitchell Ave
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(319) 233-6202
Distance: 11.9 mi
Gr: K-12 | 181 students
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(319) 266-4565
Distance: 0.2 mi
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(319) 296-1089
Distance: 7.4 mi
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Catholic
3225 W 9th St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 232-1422
Distance: 7.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 247 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Catholic
3231 W 9th St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 232-1422
Distance: 8.2 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 57 students
Christian
928 Jefferson St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 235-6191
Distance: 8.3 mi
Gr: K-5 | 339 students
Catholic
139 E Mitchell Ave
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 233-6202
Distance: 7.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 247 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Catholic
3231 W 9th St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 232-1422
Distance: 11.9 mi
Gr: K-12 | 181 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 10
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
4520 Rownd Street
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 266-4565
Distance: 14.8 mi
Gr: K-12 | 364 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 8
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1015 S. Division Street
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 235-9309
Distance: 17.5 mi
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Pentecostal
700 13th St Ne
Independence, IA 50644
(319) 334-2743
Distance: 36.9 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 610 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 23
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6300 42nd Street Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
(319) 294-6635
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 235 students
Catholic
Po Box 256
Gilbertville, IA 50634
(319) 296-1089
Distance: 7.4 mi
Gr: 6-8 | 173 students
Catholic
3225 W 9th St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 232-1422
Distance: 8.2 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 57 students
Christian
928 Jefferson St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 235-6191
Distance: 8.3 mi
Gr: K-5 | 339 students
Catholic
139 E Mitchell Ave
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 233-6202
Distance: 8.6 mi
Gr: K-7 | 25 students
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
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(319) 595-1097
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 235 students
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Po Box 256
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(319) 296-1089
Distance: 8.2 mi
Gr: PK-4 | 57 students
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(319) 235-6191
Distance: 8.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 128 students
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641 Stevens St
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(319) 827-1314
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600 Stephan Ave
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 232-1422
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Avg. class size: 18 students
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
4820 Oster Parkway
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(319) 260-2000
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(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
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157 S Roosevelt Rd
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(319) 433-2550
Evansdale, IA 50707
(319) 433-2550
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Gr: 6-8 | 440 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
(Math: 71% | Reading: 65%)
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(319) 342-2697
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(319) 342-2697
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(319) 433-2910
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