51503 Iowa Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,019 students in 51503, IA (there are 9 public schools, serving 6,166 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in 51503, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 51503, IA is St. Albert Catholic.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 91%.
50% of private schools in 51503, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 51503 Iowa Private Schools (2026-27)

St. Albert Catholic Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 675 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 14
Catholic
400 Gleason Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-2316
Map of Montessori Childrens House
Gr: PK-K | 104 students
Montessori School
400 Cloverdale Dr
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 325-8346
Map of Oneschool Global
Gr: 3-12 | 23 students
525 Woodbury Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 322-4520
Map of St. Albert Middle School
Gr: 4-6 | 217 students
Catholic
400 Gleason Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 322-7004

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 51503, IA?
The top ranked private schools in 51503, IA is St. Albert Catholic.
How many private schools are located in 51503?
4 private schools are located in 51503.
What percentage of students in 51503 go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in 51503 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 51503?
50% of private schools in 51503 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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