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50265 Iowa Private Schools

For the 2026-27 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 91%.
80% of private schools in 50265, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other Lutheran).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 50265 Iowa Private Schools (2026-27)

Alrazi Academy Photo
Alrazi Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 2
Islamic
1119 5th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 255-0220
(1)
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Map of Dowling Catholic High School
Dowling Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 1,389 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 20
Catholic
1400 Buffalo Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-1015
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Map of Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School
Gr: K-8 | 511 students
Catholic
1601 Grand Ave
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 223-1284
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Map of Shepherds Flock Early Learning Center
Shepherds Flock Early Learning Center
Gr: PK-K | 135 students
Daycare / Preschool (Other Lutheran)
3900 Ashworth Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 225-1952
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Map of West Des Moines KinderCare
West Des Moines KinderCare
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
865 S 51st Street
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 267-1951
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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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