For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 309 students in 51301, IA (there are 5 public schools, serving 2,094 public students). 13% of all K-12 students in 51301, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
100% of private schools in 51301, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Catholic).
Private Schools in 51301, IA (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School ![Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School Photo]( "Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1311 E. 18th St
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-8237
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-8237
Gr: K-8 | 155 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
1111 4th Ave West
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-6428
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-6428
Gr: K-6 | 154 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 51301, IA?
2 private schools are located in 51301, IA.
What percentage of students in 51301 go to private school?
13% of all K-12 students in 51301 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 51301?
100% of private schools in 51301 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and Catholic).
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