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Best 50023 Iowa Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 845 students in 50023, IA (there are 15 public schools, serving 11,157 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in 50023, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 50023, IA is Ankeny Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
50% of private schools in 50023, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 50023 Iowa Private Schools (2026)

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Ankeny Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 509 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 4
Christian
1604 West 1st St
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 965-8114
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Map of Cottontail Creek Montessori School
Cottontail Creek Montessori School
Gr: PK-K | 93 students
Montessori School
7297 Nw Fisher Ln
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 289-1401
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Map of Oralabor KinderCare
Oralabor KinderCare
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
225 SW Oralabor Road
Ankeny, IA 50023
(833) 905-3276
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Map of St. Luke The Evangelist Catholic School
St. Luke The Evangelist Catholic School
Gr: K-8 | 243 students
Catholic
1102 Nw Weigel Dr
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 985-7074
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 50023, IA?
The top ranked private schools in 50023, IA is Ankeny Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in 50023?
4 private schools are located in 50023.
What percentage of students in 50023 go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in 50023 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 50023?
50% of private schools in 50023 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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