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Private High School Minority Statistics in Iowa

Iowa private high schools are composed of 14% minority students (2026).

The private high schools in Iowa with the highest percentage of minority students are listed below.

Quick Facts (2026)

# IA Schools Ranked: 64
Top 20 Range (% Students Of Color): 18%–100%
IA School Avg.: 18%
National School Avg.: 25%

Quick Facts (2026)

# IA Schools Ranked: 64
Top 20 Range (% Students Of Color): 18%–100%
IA School Avg.: 18%
National School Avg.: 25%

Iowa Average Students of Color (Trends)

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Year	Iowa (IA) avg
2025	14%
2024	14%
2023	17%
2022	15%
2021	15%
2020	14%
2019	12%
2018	12%
2017	12%
2016	12%
2015	10%

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Show school map — Iowa (% students of color range: 18%–100%, avg 18%)

Students Color Range: 11.53% 100% Avg. Students Color: 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Iowa average private high schools minority students?

The Iowa average private high schools minority students is 14% for 2026.

What are the private high schools with the highest percentage of minority students in Iowa?

The top ranked private high schools in Iowa include Great River Christian School, Tri-state Christian School and Joshua Christian Academy.

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