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Best Iowa Private Preschools Belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) serving 112 students in Iowa. You can also find more schools membership associations in Iowa.
The top ranked private preschool belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) in Iowa is Des Moines Adventist School.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Iowa private preschool average acceptance rate of 88%.
100% of private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) in Iowa (2026-27)

Map of Des Moines Adventist School
Des Moines Adventist School
Gr: PK-8 | 41 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2317 Watrous Ave
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 285-7729
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Map of Sacred Heart Elementary School
Sacred Heart Elementary School
Gr: NS-6 | 71 students
Catholic
218 S 12th St
Osage, IA 50461
(641) 732-5221
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) in Iowa?
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) in Iowa is Des Moines Adventist School.
How many private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) are located in Iowa?
2 private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) are located in Iowa.
What percentage of private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) are religiously affiliated in Iowa?
100% of private preschools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).
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Private Schools
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Students
$25,000
Avg. Tuition
35%
Students of Color
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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