For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 732 students in Jackson County, IA (there are 10 public schools, serving 2,735 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in Jackson County, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
The top ranked private schools in Jackson County, IA include St. Joseph's School and Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
75% of private schools in Jackson County, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked Jackson County Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
502 Franklin St
Bellevue, IA 52031
(563) 872-3356
Bellevue, IA 52031
(563) 872-3356
Gr: K-12 | 257 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joseph's School
(Catholic)
403 Park Street
Bellevue, IA 52031
(563) 872-3284
Bellevue, IA 52031
(563) 872-3284
Gr: PK-12 | 317 students
Child Development, Inc.
Daycare / Preschool
101 Creslane Drive
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-2847
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-2847
Gr: K | 3 students
Sacred Heart Elementary School
(Catholic)
806 Eddy St
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-3743
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-3743
Gr: PK-6 | 155 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Jackson County, IA?
The top ranked private schools in Jackson County, IA include St. Joseph's School and Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12.
How many private schools are located in Jackson County?
4 private schools are located in Jackson County.
What percentage of students in Jackson County go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in Jackson County are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Jackson County?
75% of private schools in Jackson County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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