Top 3 Best 50265 Iowa Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 2,269 students in 50265, IA (there are 8 public schools, serving 4,017 public students). 36% of all K-12 students in 50265, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 8%).
The top ranked private schools in 50265, IA include Dowling Catholic High School, Sacred Heart School and Alrazi Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 94%.
100% of private schools in 50265, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Islamic).

Top Ranked 50265 Iowa Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Alrazi Academy
Alrazi Academy Photo - AlRazi Students learning measurements and math skills ( hands on activities)
(Islamic)
1119 5th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 255-0220
Grades: PK-8
| 99 students
Dowling Catholic High School
(Catholic)
1400 Buffalo Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-1015
Grades: 9-12
| 1,415 students
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
1601 Grand Ave
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 223-1284
Grades: PK-8
| 594 students
Shepherd's Flock Early Learning Center
Montessori School (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
3900 Ashworth Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 225-1952
Grades: PK-K
| 161 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 50265, IA?
The top ranked private schools in 50265, IA include Dowling Catholic High School, Sacred Heart School and Alrazi Academy.
How many private schools are located in 50265, IA?
4 private schools are located in 50265, IA.
What percentage of students in 50265, IA go to private school?
36% of all K-12 students in 50265, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 50265, IA?
100% of private schools in 50265, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Islamic).

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