For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 1,010 students in 52601, IA (there are 8 public schools, serving 3,140 public students). 24% of all K-12 students in 52601, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in 52601, IA include Burlington Notre Dame, Great River Christian School, and Burlington Notre Dame Junior/Senior High School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
Top-Ranked 52601 Iowa Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Burlington Notre Dame
(Catholic)
700 S Roosevelt Ave
Burlington, IA 52601
(319) 754-8431
Burlington, IA 52601
(319) 754-8431
Gr: PK-12 | 431 students Acceptance rate listed
702 S Roosevelt Ave
Burlington, IA 52601
(319) 754-8431
Burlington, IA 52601
(319) 754-8431
Gr: PK-12 | 461 students
Great River Christian School
(Christian)
426 Harrison Ave
Burlington, IA 52601
(319) 753-2255
Burlington, IA 52601
(319) 753-2255
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 52601, IA?
The top-ranked private schools in 52601, IA include Burlington Notre Dame, Great River Christian School, and Burlington Notre Dame Junior/Senior High School.
How many private schools are located in 52601?
3 private schools are located in 52601.
What percentage of students in 52601 go to private school?
24% of all K-12 students in 52601 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
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