Private School Review - Established 2003

Wapello County Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 202 students in Wapello County, IA (there are 17 public schools, serving 6,888 public students). 3% of all K-12 students are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
100% of private schools in Wapello County, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Private Schools in Wapello County (2026-27)

Map of Ottumwa Christian School
Ottumwa Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 89 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Sports: 1
Christian
458 N Court St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 683-9119
View Profile
Seton Catholic Elementary School Photo
Seton Catholic Elementary School
Gr: PK-6 | 113 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Catholic
117 E 4th St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 682-8826
(1)
View Profile

Overview

Category
This State (IA)
US
# Schools
2 Schools
# Students
202 Students
52,668 Students
% Average Students of Color
11%
16%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
16 Teachers
4,273 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Average Class Size
9 students
16 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$2,450
$7,664

Students by Ethnicity:

0.55
0.48
# American Indian Students
0 Students
116 Students
% American Indian Students
0%
<1%
# Asian Students
0 Students
1,075 Students
% Asian Students
0%
2%
# Hispanic Students
10 Students
3,392 Students
% Hispanic Students
5%
7%
# Black Students
3 Students
1,537 Students
% Black Students
2%
3%
# White Students
114 Students
36,965 Students
% White Students
56%
70%
# Hawaiian Students
2 Students
98 Students
% Hawaiian Students
1%
<1%
# Others Students
73 Students
9,655 Students
% of Others Students
36%
18%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Sports
1 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in Wapello County, IA?
2 private schools are located in Wapello County, IA.
What percentage of students in Wapello County go to private school?
3% of all K-12 students in Wapello County are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Wapello County?
100% of private schools in Wapello County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Recent Articles

When a Private School Changes Head of School
When a Private School Changes Head of School
A private school leadership change can raise important questions. Learn how to evaluate head of school transitions, identify warning signs, and protect your child's educational experience before enrolling confidently.
Private School Financial Aid Renewal: Could Awards Shrink?
Private School Financial Aid Renewal: Could Awards Shrink?
Could your private school financial aid shrink next year? Learn why awards change, how income and school budgets affect renewal, and what parents can do to protect affordability long-term.
Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Private School Admissions
Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Private School Admissions
Understand how need-blind and need-aware private school admissions affect acceptance decisions, financial aid eligibility, and affordability, with practical guidance to help parents compare schools, ask questions, and plan confidently ahead.

Filter Schools

School Level
Must Offer Grade
Show more
Gender
School Focus
Religious Affiliation
ADD/ADHD Support
Summer Program

Quick Links

SCHOOL SEARCH TOOLS:
SCHOOL BY TYPE (IA):
OPEN-HOUSES & JOBS:
PUBLIC & BOARDING SCHOOLS:
PRIVATE SCHOOL DATA: