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Spaulding Catholic School

908 6th Ave
Alton, IA 51003
Spalding Catholic Schools is a Christ-centered educational community dedicated to the development of the whole child.
We believe that parents are the primary educators of their children; it is their right and duty to educate them.
Spalding Catholic Schools aid parents with this responsibility by providing a faith atmosphere that is supportive of the Christian family values.
Our vision of the graduate of Spalding Catholic Schools is one who is committed to Christian values, has a strong sense of self-esteem, and respects the uniqueness of others.
We believe the classroom should be a caring community, a special learning environment where the unique person hood of each child is respected and nurtured.
We believe the major goal of education is the development of the child's ability to make moral decisions and to act accordingly.
The mission of Spalding Catholic Schools is to instill a belief in God and self, and provide excellence in learning through mutual support, service and Catholic leadership.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 60 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Black, Gold

Student Body

Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Spalding Catholic Schools is a Christ-centered educational community dedicated to the development of the whole child. We believe that parents are the primary educators of their children; it is their right and duty to educate them. Spalding Catholic Schools aid parents with this responsibility by providing a faith atmosphere that is supportive of the Christian family values. Our vision of the graduate of Spalding Catholic Schools is one who is committed to Christian values, has a strong sense of self-esteem, and respects the uniqueness of others. We believe the classroom should be a caring community, a special learning environment where the unique person hood of each child is respected and nurtured. We believe the major goal of education is the development of the child's ability to make moral decisions and to act accordingly. The mission of Spalding Catholic Schools is to instill a belief in God and self, and provide excellence in learning through mutual support, service and Catholic leadership.
Source: Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 60 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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