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Best Iowa Private Daycares & Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 165 private daycares & preschools serving 33,401 students in Iowa.

The private daycares & preschools in Iowa include Heartland Christian School, Rivermont Collegiate, and Maharishi School.

The average tuition cost is $9,303, which is lower than the Iowa average tuition cost of $9,320.

76% of private daycares & preschools in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 165
# Students Served: 33,401

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 165
# Students Served: 33,401

Iowa Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

165

Private Schools

33,401

Students

$9,303

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

17%

Students of Color

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Iowa?

The private daycares & preschools in Iowa include Heartland Christian School, Rivermont Collegiate, and Maharishi School.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Iowa?

165 private daycares & preschools are located in Iowa.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Iowa?

The average tuition cost is $9,303, which is lower than the Iowa private school average tuition cost of $9,320.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Iowa?

Iowa private daycares & preschools are approximately 17% minority students, which is higher than the Iowa private school average of 16%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Iowa?

76% of private daycares & preschools in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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