Main Street School in Norwalk, IA, serves 32 students from pre–kindergarten through 10th grade in a nonsectarian, suburban community setting.
Founded in 2006, this co–ed alternative school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with a teaching staff of five.
The school's enrollment includes approximately 9.5% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the student body.
Main Street School offers an alternative education program without religious affiliation, located in a large suburban area near Norwalk.
Nearby private schools include Norwalk Christian Academy and Christ The King School, providing additional options for families in the Norwalk area.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Main Street School?
The application deadline for Main Street School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school is Norwalk Christian Academy (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Christ The King School (4.7 miles away)
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