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50312 Iowa Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 618 students in 50312, IA (there are 7 public schools, serving 4,337 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in 50312, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 50312, IA include St. Augustin Catholic School and Bergman Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is lower than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 91%.
50% of private schools in 50312, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 50312 Iowa Private Schools (2026-27)

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Bergman Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 336 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
100 45th St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 274-0453
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St. Augustin Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 282 students
Avg. class size: 26 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
4320 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 279-5947
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 50312, IA?
The top ranked private schools in 50312, IA include St. Augustin Catholic School and Bergman Academy.
How many private schools are located in 50312?
2 private schools are located in 50312.
What percentage of students in 50312 go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in 50312 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 50312?
50% of private schools in 50312 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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