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Best Iowa Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers serving 164 students in Iowa. You can also find more schools membership associations in Iowa.
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers in Iowa include Boys & Girls Home Family Services and Des Moines Adventist School.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
67% of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers in Iowa (2026)

Map of Boys & Girls Home Family Services
Boys & Girls Home Family Services
Gr: 1-12 | 52 students
2101 Court St
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 251-1816
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Map of Des Moines Adventist School
Des Moines Adventist School
Gr: PK-8 | 41 students
Avg. class size: 15 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 schools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers in Iowa?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers in Iowa include Boys & Girls Home Family Services and Des Moines Adventist School.
How many private schools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers are located in Iowa?
3 private schools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers are located in Iowa.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers are religiously affiliated in Iowa?
67% of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Special Education Centers in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).
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Private Schools
164
Students
$25,000
Avg. Tuition
33%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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