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50316 Iowa Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 347 students in 50316, IA (there are 6 public schools, serving 4,008 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in 50316, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 91%.
100% of private schools in 50316, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Private Schools in 50316, IA (2026-27)

Map of Holy Family School
Holy Family School
Gr: K-8 | 208 students
Catholic
1265 E 9th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 262-8025
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Map of Joshua Christian Academy
Joshua Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 139 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 5
Christian
1740 Garfield Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 265-0603
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 50316, IA?
2 private schools are located in 50316, IA.
What percentage of students in 50316 go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in 50316 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 50316?
100% of private schools in 50316 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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