Best Iowa Private Schools (2023)
For the 2023 school year, there are 253 private schools serving 46,742 students in Iowa (there are 1,304 public schools, serving 498,629 students). 9% of all K-12 students in Iowa are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $4,934 for elementary schools and $9,167 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Iowa include Lourdes Catholic School, Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 and St. Anthony Continuation School.
The average acceptance rate is 93% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 16% and the student:teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top Ranked Iowa Private Schools by County (2023)
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Iowa?
The best top ranked private schools in Iowa include Lourdes Catholic School, Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 and St. Anthony Continuation School.
How many private schools are located in Iowa?
253 private schools are located in Iowa.
How much do private schools cost in Iowa?
The average private school tuition in Iowa is $4,934 for elementary schools and $9,167 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Iowa?
Iowa private schools are approximately 16% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Iowa go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in Iowa are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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