For the 2026 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 2,203 students in 50265, IA (there are 8 public schools, serving 3,787 public students). 37% of all K-12 students in 50265, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in 50265, IA include Alrazi Academy, Dowling Catholic High School, and Sacred Heart School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
80% of private schools in 50265, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other Lutheran).
Top-Ranked 50265 Iowa Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1119 5th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 255-0220
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 255-0220
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Dowling Catholic High School
(Catholic)
1400 Buffalo Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-1015
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-1015
Gr: 9-12 | 1,389 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 20 Tuition listed
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
1601 Grand Ave
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 223-1284
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 223-1284
Gr: K-8 | 511 students
Shepherds Flock Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Other Lutheran)
3900 Ashworth Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 225-1952
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 225-1952
Gr: PK-K | 135 students
West Des Moines KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
865 S 51st Street
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 267-1951
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 267-1951
Gr: NS-PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 50265, IA?
The top-ranked private schools in 50265, IA include Alrazi Academy, Dowling Catholic High School, and Sacred Heart School.
How many private schools are located in 50265?
5 private schools are located in 50265.
How diverse are private schools in 50265?
50265 private schools are approximately 27% minority students, which is higher than the Iowa private school average of 16%.
What percentage of students in 50265 go to private school?
37% of all K-12 students in 50265 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 50265?
80% of private schools in 50265 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other Lutheran).
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