For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 243 students in Howard County, IA (there are 4 public schools, serving 1,396 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in Howard County, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
100% of private schools in Howard County, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Private Schools in Howard County (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Notre Dame Catholic School
(Catholic)
221 2nd Ave E
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-4513
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-4513
Gr: PK-6 | 185 students
Trinity Catholic School
(Catholic)
116 N. Main Street
Protivin, IA 52163
(563) 569-8556
Protivin, IA 52163
(563) 569-8556
Gr: PK-6 | 58 students Avg. class size: 11 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Howard County, IA?
2 private schools are located in Howard County, IA.
What percentage of students in Howard County go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in Howard County are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Howard County?
100% of private schools in Howard County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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