For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 230 students in Union County, IA (there are 6 public schools, serving 1,823 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in Union County, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
Private Schools in Union County (2025)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mayflower Heritage Christian School
(Baptist)
604 E Townline St
Creston, IA 50801
(641) 782-0026
Creston, IA 50801
(641) 782-0026
Grades: K-8
| 46 students
St. Malachy School
(Catholic)
403 W Clark St
Creston, IA 50801
(641) 782-7125
Creston, IA 50801
(641) 782-7125
Grades: PK-8
| 184 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Union County, IA?
2 private schools are located in Union County, IA.
What percentage of students in Union County go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in Union County are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
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