51501 Iowa Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 308 students in 51501, IA (there are 9 public schools, serving 4,975 public students). 6% of all K-12 students in 51501, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 51501, IA is Heartland Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 91%.
100% of private schools in 51501, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 51501 Iowa Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Heartland Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 239 students
Christian
400 Wright Rd
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 322-5817
Map of Liberty Christian School
Gr: K-12 | 20 students
Baptist
2701 Avenue N
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 322-2321
Map of Trinity Lutheran School
Gr: NS-6 | 49 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
1500 N 16th St
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 322-3294

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 51501, IA?
The top ranked private schools in 51501, IA is Heartland Christian School.
How many private schools are located in 51501?
3 private schools are located in 51501.
What percentage of students in 51501 go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in 51501 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 51501?
100% of private schools in 51501 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Christian).

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