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Average Private High School SAT Scores in Iowa

The averageprivate high school SAT score in Iowa is 0 (2026-27).
The private high school in Iowa with the highest SAT score is Xavier High School, with an SAT score of 1360.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # IA Schools Ranked: 3
  • Top 20 Range (Avg SAT): 1202–1360
  • IA School Avg.: 1261
  • National School Avg.: 1240

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # IA Schools Ranked: 3
  • Top 20 Range (Avg SAT): 1202–1360
  • IA School Avg.: 1261
  • National School Avg.: 1240
Show school map — Iowa (avg SAT range: 1202–1360, avg 1261)
Sat Score Range: 1202 1360 Avg. Sat Score: 1261

Average Private High School SAT Scores in Iowa (2026-27)

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#1Xavier High School
Gr: 9-12 | 610 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 23
Catholic
6300 42nd Street Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
(319) 294-6635
1360avg SAT
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#2Scattergood Friends School
Gr: 6-12 | 39 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 3
Friends
1951 Delta Ave
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 519-1860
1220avg SAT
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#3Maharishi School
Gr: PK-12 | 173 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 9
Specialized Curriculum
804 Dr Robert Keith Wallace Drive
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
(3)
1202avg SAT
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the private high schools with the highest SAT score in Iowa?
The top ranked private high schools in Iowa include Xavier High School, Scattergood Friends School and Maharishi School.

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