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Best Iowa Private Schools Offering Summer Programs (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 15 private schools offering summer programs serving 3,417 students in Iowa.
The top ranked private schools offering summer programs in Iowa include Rivermont Collegiate, Dowling Catholic High School, and St. Anthony Elementary School.
The average tuition cost is $11,557, which is higher than the Iowa private school average tuition cost of $9,320.
53% of private schools offering summer programs in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 15
  • # Students Served: 3,417

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 15
  • # Students Served: 3,417

Top Ranked Iowa Private Schools Offering Summer Programs (2026-27)

Willowwind School Photo
Willowwind School
Gr: PK-6 | 111 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Extracurriculars: 7
950 Dover St
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 338-6061
(1)
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Alrazi Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 2
Islamic
1119 5th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 255-0220
(1)
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Dowling Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 1,389 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 20
Catholic
1400 Buffalo Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-1015
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Lourdes Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
1453 Mississippi Blvd
Bettendorf, IA 52722
(563) 359-3466
(3)
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Rivermont Collegiate
Gr: PK-12 | 179 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 9
1821 Sunset Dr
Bettendorf, IA 52722
(563) 359-1366
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St. Anthony Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 349 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
16 Columbus Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 243-1874
(3)
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Grand View Preschool & Child Development Center
Gr: NS-PK | 180 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
3342 John Wesley Drive
Dubuque, IA 52002
(563) 582-1125
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Iowa Conservatory
Gr: 8-12 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1
Specialized Curriculum
123 N. Linn St.
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 804-5943
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Joshua Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 139 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 5
Christian
1740 Garfield Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 265-0603
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Montessori School Of Iowa City
Gr: PK-6 | 119 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Montessori School
374 Holiday Road
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 338-9650
(3)
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Oskaloosa Christian School
Gr: K-8 | 201 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6
Christian
726 N. E Street
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
(641) 672-2174
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Prairie Green School
Gr: NS-6 | 18 students
Specialized Curriculum
2009 400th St SW
Oxford, IA 52322
(319) 321-8188
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Summit Schools
Gr: PK-8 | 108 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 2
1010 Regent Street NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 294-2036
(4)
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Trinity Lutheran School
Gr: NS-6 | 49 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
1500 N 16th St
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 322-3294
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Whiz Kid Academy
Gr: NS-7
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
1721 25th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 225-8513
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools offering summer programs in Iowa?
The top ranked private schools offering summer programs in Iowa include Rivermont Collegiate, Dowling Catholic High School, and St. Anthony Elementary School.
How many private schools offering summer programs are located in Iowa?
15 private schools offering summer programs are located in Iowa.
How much do private schools offering summer programs cost in Iowa?
The average tuition cost is $11,557, which is higher than the Iowa private school average tuition cost of $9,320.
How diverse are private schools offering summer programs in Iowa?
Iowa private schools offering summer programs are approximately 35% minority students, which is higher than the Iowa private school average of 16%.
What percentage of private schools offering summer programs are religiously affiliated in Iowa?
53% of private schools offering summer programs in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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