Mater Dei School Nativity Center (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Mater Dei School Nativity Center

4243 Natalia Way Sioux City, IA 51106

Tel: (712) 274-0268

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IA School
Grades: 5-8
Enrollment: 122 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,254
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Mater Dei School Nativity Center Photo #2 - Students create friends for life

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About the School

Mater Dei School Nativity Center in Sioux City, IA, serves co鈥揺d students in grades 5 through 8 with a total enrollment of 122 students in a city鈥揵ased setting.
Established in 1881, the school operates under Catholic affiliation and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 9:1 with 13 faculty members, supporting personalized instruction for middle school students.
Annual tuition is $4,254, aligning with the average private elementary school cost in Sioux City.
Mater Dei School Nativity Center ranks among the oldest private schools in Iowa, reflecting a long鈥搒tanding presence in the Sioux City educational community.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IA School
Grades: 5-8
Enrollment: 122 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,254
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Mater Dei School Nativity Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 5-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Mater Dei School Nativity Center
6	35
7	41
8	46

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Year Founded

1881

School Motto

We sing a Victory song for the old Gold and Blue!

Student Body

Total Students

122 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 16%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.:

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,254

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Tuition Notes

Tuition will be based on a percentage of a family鈥檚 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

Endowment Size

$9 million

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mater Dei School Nativity Center cost?

Mater Dei School Nativity Center's tuition is approximately $4,254 for private students.

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Mater Dei School Nativity Center is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart School by visitors of our site.

What is Mater Dei School Nativity Center's ranking?

Mater Dei School Nativity Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Mater Dei School Nativity Center?

The application deadline for Mater Dei School Nativity Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Sioux City, IA is $4,254 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).