Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Main Street School
About the School
- Main Street School officially started in August of 2006 as ASK Learning Center by Tanya Apana.
- Our intention was to provide an alternative learning environment for students and families who were looking for a smaller, more personalized atmosphere that provided an experiential or project-based curriculum.Our students come from various learning environments.
- For some, this is their first taste of school, and our home-like atmosphere is a welcoming introduction.
- Some come to us from a homeschooling background, and our flexibility and multi-age classrooms allow for an easy transition.Still others transition to Main Street from other private or public schools.
- Our students come not only from Norwalk, but also many other metro communities.
- We have had students from Waukee, Urbandale, West Des Moines, Des Moines, Indianola, Martensdale and as far south as St. Mary's and as far north as Ames.Children are taught using individual curriculums based on the needs of the whole child.
- We subscribe to the premise that a quality education focuses on emotional, physical, social and academic development.
- We work to create a safe and welcoming environment by creating strong relationships amongst teachers, students and families.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2006
Student Body
Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 16%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
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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