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Best Iowa Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 262 private schools serving 52,471 students in Iowa (there are 1,329 public schools, serving 504,940 students). 9% of all K-12 students in Iowa attend private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
The average private school tuition is $6,929 for elementary schools and $11,227 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Iowa include Rivermont Collegiate, Dowling Catholic High School, and Lourdes Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 94% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 16% and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
82% of schools are religiously affiliated, with most being Catholic or Christian.

Top Ranked Iowa Private Schools by County (2024-25)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
19
4,308
24%
7
1,010
17%
21
3,670
9%
4
3,504
61%
33
8,827
9%
12
3,036
10%
14
2,748
34%
12
3,456
16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Iowa?
The top-ranked private schools in Iowa include Rivermont Collegiate, Dowling Catholic High School, and Lourdes Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in Iowa?
There are 262 private schools are located in Iowa.
How much do private schools cost in Iowa?
The average private school tuition in Iowa is $6,929 for elementary schools and $11,227 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Iowa?
Approximately 16% of students in Iowa private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Iowa go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in Iowa attend private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Iowa?
82% of private schools in Iowa are religiously affiliated, with most being Catholic or Christian.
Which private schools in Iowa are often viewed compared to one another?

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