St. Patrick's Elementary School is a beacon of hope, which has illuminated the Missouri Valley community for over 90 years.
This Catholic grade school is the last of its kind in Harrison County.
We offer a quality academic education, with a strong Christian foundation for children in Preschool (Age 3) through the 8th Grade.
Children of all faiths and communites are welcome. A high-quality education is one of the most important assets we can provide for our children.
We believe exposure to a variety of topics, people, and adventures all contribute to a fulfilling educational experience.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Patrick's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1877
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. Patrick's Elementary School is a beacon of hope, which has illuminated the Missouri Valley community for over 90 years. This Catholic grade school is the last of its kind in Harrison County. We offer a quality academic education, with a strong Christian foundation for children in Preschool (Age 3) through the 8th Grade. Children of all faiths and communites are welcome. A high-quality education is one of the most important assets we can provide for our children. We believe exposure to a variety of topics, people, and adventures all contribute to a fulfilling educational experience.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Patrick's School's ranking?
St. Patrick's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Patrick's School?
The application deadline for St. Patrick's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to St. Patrick's School is Roncalli Catholic High School (17.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Blair Kids Academy (13.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Philip Neri School (15.9 miles away)
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Blair Kids Academy
Alternative School
2232 Washington St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 427-2723
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 427-2723
13.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 102 students
St. Philip Neri School
(Catholic)
8202 N 31st St
Omaha, NE 68112
(402) 315-3500
Omaha, NE 68112
(402) 315-3500
15.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Blair Christian Academy
(Christian)
13121 County Road 16
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 614-5716
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 614-5716
16.5 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 64 students
6316 N 30th St
Omaha, NE 68111
(402) 991-1444
Omaha, NE 68111
(402) 991-1444
17.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6401 Sorensen Pkwy
Omaha, NE 68152
(402) 571-7670
Omaha, NE 68152
(402) 571-7670
17.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 340 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
6401 Sorensen Pkwy
Omaha, NE 68152
(402) 571-7670
Omaha, NE 68152
(402) 571-7670
17.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 340 students Tuition listed
Marian High School ![Marian High School Photo]( "Marian High School Photo")
All-girls (Catholic)
7400 Military Ave
Omaha, NE 68134
(402) 571-2618
Omaha, NE 68134
(402) 571-2618
19.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 694 students Sports: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Omaha Street School
(Christian)
3223 N. 45th St.
Omaha, NE 68104
(402) 451-5234
Omaha, NE 68104
(402) 451-5234
19.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Liberty Christian School
(Baptist)
2701 Avenue N
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 322-2321
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 322-2321
19.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 20 students
Omaha Christian Academy ![Omaha Christian Academy Photo]( "Omaha Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
10244 Wiesman Dr.
Omaha, NE 68134
(402) 399-9565
Omaha, NE 68134
(402) 399-9565
19.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 336 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Blair Kids Academy
Alternative School
2232 Washington St
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 427-2723
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 427-2723
13.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 102 students
St. Philip Neri School
(Catholic)
8202 N 31st St
Omaha, NE 68112
(402) 315-3500
Omaha, NE 68112
(402) 315-3500
15.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Blair Christian Academy
(Christian)
13121 County Road 16
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 614-5716
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 614-5716
16.5 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 64 students
6316 N 30th St
Omaha, NE 68111
(402) 991-1444
Omaha, NE 68111
(402) 991-1444
17.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sacred Heart Elementary School
(Catholic)
2205 Binney St
Omaha, NE 68110
(402) 455-5858
Omaha, NE 68110
(402) 455-5858
19 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Philip Neri School
(Catholic)
8202 N 31st St
Omaha, NE 68112
(402) 315-3500
Omaha, NE 68112
(402) 315-3500
15.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Blair Christian Academy
(Christian)
13121 County Road 16
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 614-5716
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 614-5716
16.5 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 64 students
6316 N 30th St
Omaha, NE 68111
(402) 991-1444
Omaha, NE 68111
(402) 991-1444
17.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sacred Heart Elementary School
(Catholic)
2205 Binney St
Omaha, NE 68110
(402) 455-5858
Omaha, NE 68110
(402) 455-5858
19 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students
3713 North 52nd St.
Omaha, NE 68104
(402) 345-2002
Omaha, NE 68104
(402) 345-2002
19.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 75 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
602 North 9th Street
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
(712) 642-2706
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
(712) 642-2706
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
605 E Lincoln Highway
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
(712) 642-2706
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
(712) 642-2706
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 228 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
607 E Lincoln Highway
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
(712) 642-2706
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
(712) 642-2706
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 158 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1200 N 2nd Ave
Logan, IA 51546
(712) 644-2168
Logan, IA 51546
(712) 644-2168
8.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 431 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
(Math: 77% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1200 N 2nd Ave
Logan, IA 51546
(712) 644-2250
Logan, IA 51546
(712) 644-2250
8.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 294 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
School Reviews
5 2/23/2019
The Donincan nuns got me off to a great start, in the early 1940's
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