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Best Iowa Private Schools Belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) serving 256 students in Iowa. You can also find more schools membership associations in Iowa.
The top ranked private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Iowa include Scattergood Friends School and St. Albert Middle School.
The average acceptance rate is 41%, which is lower than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
100% of private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Iowa (2026-27)

Map of St. Albert Middle School
St. Albert Middle School
Gr: 4-6 | 217 students
Catholic
400 Gleason Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 322-7004
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Scattergood Friends School Photo
Scattergood Friends School
Gr: 6-12 | 39 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 3
Friends
1951 Delta Ave
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 519-1860
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Iowa?
The top ranked private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Iowa include Scattergood Friends School and St. Albert Middle School.
How many private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) are located in Iowa?
2 private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) are located in Iowa.
What percentage of private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) are religiously affiliated in Iowa?
100% of private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).
2
Private Schools
256
Students
$32,900
Avg. Tuition
7%
Students of Color
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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