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Best 50316 Iowa Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 347 students in 50316, IA (there are 6 public schools, serving 4,008 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in 50316, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
100% of private schools in 50316, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Private Schools in 50316, IA (2026)

Map of Holy Family School
Holy Family School
Gr: K-8 | 208 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Catholic
1265 E 9th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 262-8025
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Map of Joshua Christian Academy
Joshua Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 139 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 5
Christian
1740 Garfield Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 265-0603
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 50316, IA?
2 private schools are located in 50316, IA.
What percentage of students in 50316 go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in 50316 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 50316?
100% of private schools in 50316 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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