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Franklin Christian Day School

267 180th St
Leon, IA 50144

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Franklin Christian Day School in Leon, IA, serves 29 students in grades 1 through 11 within a rural community setting.

The co–ed school has a Mennonite religious orientation and is associated with other religious school memberships.

The student–teacher ratio of 4:1, supported by a teaching staff of 7 educators.

The school offers regular elementary and secondary programs focused on a faith–based education.

Franklin Christian Day School is one of several private religious schools located near Leon, IA, providing an option for families seeking rural Mennonite education.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-11
Enrollment: 29 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Mennonite

Grades Offered

Grades 1-11

Student Body

Total Students

29 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-11
Enrollment: 29 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Iowa is $8,981 for elementary schools and $11,290 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Iowa is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).