Alrazi Academy Photo - AlRazi Students learning measurements and math skills ( hands on activities)

Best West Des Moines Private Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 6 private preschools serving 1,240 students in West Des Moines, IA.
The top ranked private preschools in West Des Moines, IA include Alrazi Academy and St. Francis Of Assisi School.
The average acceptance rate is 92%, which is higher than the Iowa private preschool average acceptance rate of 85%.
50% of private preschools in West Des Moines, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Islamic).

Top Ranked West Des Moines Private Preschools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Alrazi Academy
Alrazi Academy Photo - AlRazi Students learning measurements and math skills ( hands on activities)
(Islamic)
(1)
1119 5th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 255-0220
Grades: PK-8
| 168 students
St. Francis Of Assisi School
(Catholic)
7075 Ashworth Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 457-7167
Grades: PK-8
| 728 students
Montessori Children's House
Montessori Children's House Photo
Montessori School
1505 42nd Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(151) 577-1690
Grades: PK-2
| 209 students
Shepherds Flock Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Other Lutheran)
3900 Ashworth Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 225-1952
Grades: PK-K
| 135 students
Westlakes KinderCare
Westlakes KinderCare Photo - Discovery Preschool A Classroom
Daycare / Preschool
6670 University Ave.
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 221-0718
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Whiz Kid Academy
Daycare / Preschool
1721 25th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 225-8513
Grades: NS-7
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in West Des Moines, Iowa

West Des Moines, Iowa Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
7210 Vista Drive
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 222-9685
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in West Des Moines, IA?
The top ranked private preschools in West Des Moines, IA include Alrazi Academy and St. Francis Of Assisi School.
How many private preschools are located in West Des Moines?
6 private preschools are located in West Des Moines.
How diverse are private preschools in West Des Moines?
West Des Moines private preschools are approximately 19% minority students, which is higher than the Iowa private school average of 17%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in West Des Moines?
50% of private preschools in West Des Moines are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Islamic).
Which private preschools in West Des Moines are often viewed compared to one another?

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