For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 256 students in 51442, IA (there are 4 public schools, serving 2,239 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 51442, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
The top ranked private school in 51442, IA is Zion Lutheran School.
100% of private schools in 51442, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Top Ranked 51442 Iowa Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Zion Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1004 1st Ave S
Denison, IA 51442
(712) 263-4766
Denison, IA 51442
(712) 263-4766
Gr: PK-8 | 127 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2
St. Rose Of Lima School
(Catholic)
1012 2nd Ave S
Denison, IA 51442
(712) 263-5408
Denison, IA 51442
(712) 263-5408
Gr: PK-5 | 129 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 51442, IA?
The top ranked private schools in 51442, IA is Zion Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 51442?
2 private schools are located in 51442.
What percentage of students in 51442 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 51442 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 51442?
100% of private schools in 51442 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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