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Best Wapello County Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 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 in Wapello County, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
100% of private schools in Wapello County, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Private Schools in Wapello County (2025-26)

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

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 9%).
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).

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