For the 2024 school year, there are 10 private schools serving 2,050 students in Sioux City, IA (there are 22 public schools, serving 14,775 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in Sioux City, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 8%).
The top ranked private schools in Sioux City, IA include Souixland Christian School, Sacred Heart School and Mater Dei School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is lower than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 94%.
Top Ranked Sioux City Private Schools (2024)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bishop Heelan Catholic High School![Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo - Our students take great PRIDE in all of the school activities]( "Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo - Our students take great PRIDE in all of the school activities")
(Catholic)
1021 Douglas St
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-0573
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-0573
Grades: 9-12
| 496 students
Mater Dei School![Mater Dei School Photo - Our teachers care about their students]( "Mater Dei School Photo - Our teachers care about their students")
(Catholic)
3719 Ridge Ave
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-6216
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-6216
Grades: PK-8
| 327 students
Sacred Heart School![Sacred Heart School Photo - Sacred Heart offers kindergarten through the eighth grade]( "Sacred Heart School Photo - Sacred Heart offers kindergarten through the eighth grade")
(Catholic)
5010 Military Rd
Sioux City, IA 51103
(712) 233-1624
Sioux City, IA 51103
(712) 233-1624
Grades: PK-8
| 362 students
Souixland Christian School
(Christian)
6000 Gordon Drive
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-4732
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-4732
Grades: PK-12
| 203 students
Boys & Girls Home Family Services
Alternative School
2101 Court St
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 293-4757
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 293-4757
Grades: 1-12
| 90 students
3030 Jackson St
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 277-4739
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 277-4739
Grades: 3-8
| 253 students
Holy Cross School-st Michael Center![Holy Cross School-st Michael Center Photo - Teachers care about their students]( "Holy Cross School-st Michael Center Photo - Teachers care about their students")
(Catholic)
4105 Harrison St
Sioux City, IA 51108
(712) 239-1090
Sioux City, IA 51108
(712) 239-1090
Grades: PK-2
| 110 students
Mater Dei School Nativity Center![Mater Dei School Nativity Center Photo - Our teachers give back to the community]( "Mater Dei School Nativity Center Photo - Our teachers give back to the community")
(Catholic)
4243 Natalia Way
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-0268
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-0268
Grades: 5-8
| 114 students
St. Pauls Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
614 Jennings St
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
Grades: PK-5
| 51 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Sioux City, IA?
The top ranked private schools in Sioux City, IA include Souixland Christian School, Sacred Heart School and Mater Dei School.
How many private schools are located in Sioux City, IA?
10 private schools are located in Sioux City, IA.
How diverse are private schools in Sioux City, IA?
Sioux City, IA private schools are approximately 31% minority students, which is higher than the Iowa private school average of 17%.
What percentage of students in Sioux City, IA go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Sioux City, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 8%).
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