Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 3,412 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Alpha Omega Academy
About the School
- Alpha Omega Academy in Rock Rapids, IA, serves 3,412 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a co–ed, rural setting.
- Founded in 1983, the school offers a regular elementary and secondary program with an enrollment size that ranks among the largest private schools in Iowa.
- The student–teacher ratio of 45:1, supported by 75 full–time teachers.
- Approximately 4% of the student body represents students of color.
- The school operates with an "Other" orientation affiliation and provides education in a distant rural community.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 3,412 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Alpha Omega Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
3,412 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 16%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
45:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpha Omega Academy's ranking?
Alpha Omega Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Alpha Omega Academy?
The application deadline for Alpha Omega Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Alpha Omega Academy is Trinity Christian High School (16.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Northwest Iowa Protestant Reformed School (11.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Inwood Christian School (16.4 miles away)
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Distance: 11.3 mi
Gr: K-8 | 18 students
Calvinist
302 N. 3rd Street
Doon, IA 51235
(712) 726-3200
Distance: 12.4 mi
Gr: 1-8 | 29 students
Sports: 4
Calvinist
501 S Central Ave.
Hills, MN 56138
(507) 962-3297
Distance: 16.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 58 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Sports: 4
Christian
302 E Madison St
Inwood, IA 51240
(712) 753-4541
Distance: 16.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students
Calvinist
1811 Hayes Ave
Hull, IA 51239
(712) 439-1921
Distance: 16.8 mi
Gr: K-8 | 142 students
Sports: 3
Calvinist
218 2nd St
Hull, IA 51239
(712) 439-2490
Distance: 16.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students
Calvinist
1811 Hayes Ave
Hull, IA 51239
(712) 439-1921
Distance: 16.9 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 285 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 12
Christian
925 5th St
Hull, IA 51239
(712) 439-1013
Distance: 17.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 404 students
Calvinist
712 20th Ave Se
Rock Valley, IA 51247
(712) 476-2821
Distance: 26.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 294 students
Other Lutheran
4100 S Bahnson Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
(605) 371-1876
Distance: 28.7 mi
Gr: K-12
Avg. class size: 4 students
Sports: 3
Alternative School (Christian)
900 E 41st St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 335-7084
Distance: 11.3 mi
Gr: K-8 | 18 students
Calvinist
302 N. 3rd Street
Doon, IA 51235
(712) 726-3200
Distance: 12.4 mi
Gr: 1-8 | 29 students
Sports: 4
Calvinist
501 S Central Ave.
Hills, MN 56138
(507) 962-3297
Distance: 16.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 58 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Sports: 4
Christian
302 E Madison St
Inwood, IA 51240
(712) 753-4541
Distance: 16.8 mi
Gr: K-8 | 142 students
Sports: 3
Calvinist
218 2nd St
Hull, IA 51239
(712) 439-2490
Distance: 16.9 mi
Gr: K-8 | 171 students
Christian
1301 5th St
Hull, IA 51239
(712) 439-2273
Distance: 16.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 58 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Sports: 4
Christian
302 E Madison St
Inwood, IA 51240
(712) 753-4541
Distance: 17.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 404 students
Calvinist
712 20th Ave Se
Rock Valley, IA 51247
(712) 476-2821
Distance: 23.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 64 students
Catholic
1020 4th Ave
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-3181
Distance: 23.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students
Sports: 4
Christian
1425 E 9th Street
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-2429
Distance: 24.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 501 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 6
Calvinist
630 1st Ave Se
Sioux Center, IA 51250
(712) 722-0777
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Central Lyon Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1105 S Story
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 431 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Central Lyon Secondary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1010 S Greene Street
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
1.1 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 358 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Ellsworth Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
513 S Broadway St
Ellsworth, MN 56129
(507) 967-2151
Ellsworth, MN 56129
(507) 967-2151
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 76 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Ellsworth Secondary
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
513 S Broadway St
Ellsworth, MN 56129
(507) 967-2242
Ellsworth, MN 56129
(507) 967-2242
8.9 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 60 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
George-little Rock Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
134 1st Ave
Little Rock, IA 51243
(712) 475-3311
Little Rock, IA 51243
(712) 475-3311
10.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 232 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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