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Mater Dei School Nativity Center

4243 Natalia Way
Sioux City, IA 51106
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)

  • 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)

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Year Founded
1881

Student Body

Total Students
122 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Mater Dei School Nativity Center Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
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

School Notes

  • School Motto: We sing a Victory song for the old Gold and Blue!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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.
What schools are Mater Dei School Nativity Center often compared to?
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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • 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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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).

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