For the 2026 school year, there is 1 private school serving 173 students in 52302, IA (there are 15 public schools, serving 8,666 public students). 2% of all K-12 students in 52302, 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 87%.
100% of private schools in 52302, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Private Schools in 52302, IA (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Joseph Catholic School
(Catholic)
1430 14th Street
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 377-6348
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 377-6348
Gr: PK-8 | 173 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
52302, Iowa Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Grace Baptist Academy (Closed 2017)
(Baptist)
1461 E Post Rd
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 377-9448
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 377-9448
Gr: 2-12 | 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 52302, IA?
1 private schools are located in 52302, IA.
What percentage of students in 52302 go to private school?
2% of all K-12 students in 52302 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 52302?
100% of private schools in 52302 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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