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Best 50613 Iowa Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 764 students in 50613, IA (there are 10 public schools, serving 5,853 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in 50613, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 50613, IA include Cedar Ridge Christian School and St. Patrick Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 60%, which is lower than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
100% of private schools in 50613, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4
  • # Students Served: 764
  • Average Tuition: $10,249
  • Average Class Size: 17 students
  • % Students of Color: 17%
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4
  • # Students Served: 764
  • Average Tuition: $10,249
  • Average Class Size: 17 students
  • % Students of Color: 17%
  • View 50613 Iowa School Trends

Top Ranked 50613 Iowa Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Cedar Ridge Christian School
Cedar Ridge Christian School
Gr: K-12 | 364 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 8
Christian
1015 S. Division Street
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 235-9309
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St. Patrick Catholic School
Gr: K-8 | 169 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
615 Washington Street
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 277-6781
(1)
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Map of Immanuel Lutheran School
Immanuel Lutheran School
Gr: NS-PK | 50 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
4820 Oster Parkway
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 260-2000
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Valley Lutheran School
Gr: K-12 | 181 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 10
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
4520 Rownd Street
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(319) 266-4565
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 50613, IA?
The top ranked private schools in 50613, IA include Cedar Ridge Christian School and St. Patrick Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 50613?
4 private schools are located in 50613.
What percentage of students in 50613 go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in 50613 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 50613?
100% of private schools in 50613 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Catholic).

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