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Best 51046 Iowa Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 private school serving 81 students in 51046, IA (there are 1 public school, serving 241 public students). 25% of all K-12 students in 51046, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 51046, IA is Zion-st John Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
100% of private schools in 51046, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 51046 Iowa Private Schools (2026)

Map of Zion-st John Lutheran School
Zion-st John Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 81 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
103 W Bertha St
Paullina, IA 51046
(712) 949-3915
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 51046, IA?
The top ranked private schools in 51046, IA is Zion-st John Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 51046?
1 private schools are located in 51046.
What percentage of students in 51046 go to private school?
25% of all K-12 students in 51046 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 51046?
100% of private schools in 51046 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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