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St. Benedict School

402 Rural Ave
Decorah, IA 52101
St. Benedict School, in partnership with families, educates students to achieve academic excellence through Gospel values and Catholic teachings while developing life long learning skills to create a positive impact in a diverse and ever changing world.
St. Benedict Preschool offers child centered and developmentally appropriate experiences which enable each child to foster feelings of self-worth, self-respect, and love for others.
Skills such as letter recognition, letter sounds, numbers, colors and other academic skills are incorporated into the daily preschool routine.
An emphasis is placed on social skills and providing each child with a fun experience and strong foundation for learning success in the future.
Classes are offered for 3/4 year old and 4/5 year old.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 178 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
178 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
St. Benedict School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for St. Benedict School?
The application deadline for St. Benedict School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 178 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Iowa is $9,547 for elementary schools and $11,290 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Iowa is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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