For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 261 students in Dallas County, IA (there are 30 public schools, serving 16,773 public students). 2% of all K-12 students in Dallas County, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
The top ranked private school in Dallas County, IA is Woodward Academy.
40% of private schools in Dallas County, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Brethren and Catholic).
Top Ranked Dallas County Private Schools (2025-26)
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