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Best Iowa Private Elementary Schools Belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) serving 1,990 students in Iowa. You can also find more schools membership associations in Iowa.
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) in Iowa include Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools and St. Albert Middle School.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Iowa private elementary school average acceptance rate of 86%.
100% of private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Top Ranked Private Elementary Schools Belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) in Iowa (2026-27)

Map of Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools
Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools
Gr: PK-12 | 1,365 students
Catholic
1021 Douglas St
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
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Map of St. Albert Middle School
St. Albert Middle School
Gr: 4-6 | 217 students
Catholic
400 Gleason Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 322-7004
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Map of St. Luke The Evangelist Catholic School
St. Luke The Evangelist Catholic School
Gr: K-8 | 243 students
Catholic
1102 Nw Weigel Dr
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 985-7074
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Map of St. Patrick Middle School
St. Patrick Middle School
Gr: 6-8 | 165 students
Catholic
509 A Avenue Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 363-1027
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) in Iowa?
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) in Iowa include Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools and St. Albert Middle School.
How many private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) are located in Iowa?
4 private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) are located in Iowa.
What percentage of private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) are religiously affiliated in Iowa?
100% of private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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Students of Color
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