50266 Iowa Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 937 students in 50266, IA (there are 6 public schools, serving 5,199 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in 50266, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 50266, IA is St. Francis Of Assisi School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is lower than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 91%.
25% of private schools in 50266, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 50266 Iowa Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. Francis Of Assisi School
Gr: PK-8 | 728 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 4
Catholic
7075 Ashworth Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 457-7167
Montessori Children's House Photo
Gr: PK-2 | 209 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Montessori School
1505 42nd Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(151) 577-1690
Westlakes KinderCare Photo
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
6670 University Ave.
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 221-0718
Map of Whiz Kid Academy
Gr: NS-7
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
1721 25th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 225-8513
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50266, Iowa Private Schools (Closed)

Country Club KinderCare Photo
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
7210 Vista Drive
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 222-9685

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 50266, IA?
The top ranked private schools in 50266, IA is St. Francis Of Assisi School.
How many private schools are located in 50266?
4 private schools are located in 50266.
What percentage of students in 50266 go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in 50266 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 50266?
25% of private schools in 50266 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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