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Iowa Private Schools By Tuition Cost

The average private school tuition in Iowa is $9,320 per year (2026-27).

The private elementary school average tuition cost is $9,021 per year and the private high school average is $11,342 per year.

The private school with the lowest tuition cost is Resurrection School, with a tuition of $1,300.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# IA Schools Ranked: 92
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,300–$4,000
IA School Avg.: $7,739
National School Avg.: $12,181

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# IA Schools Ranked: 92
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,300–$4,000
IA School Avg.: $7,739
National School Avg.: $12,181

Iowa Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

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Year	Iowa (IA) avg
2025	$9,791
2024	$7,091
2023	$5,542
2022	$5,359
2021	$5,359
2020	$5,279
2019	$5,264
2018	$5,153
2017	$4,857
2016	$5,552
2015	$5,568

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Show school map — Iowa (tuition range: $1,300–$4,000, avg $7,739)

Tuition Cost Range: $1,300 $5,700 Avg. Tuition Cost: $3,543

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Iowa average private schools tuition?

The Iowa average private schools tuition is $9,320 for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with the lowest tuition cost in Iowa?

The top ranked private schools in Iowa include Resurrection School, Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12 and Jn Andrews Christian Academy.

What is private high school and private elementary school with lowest tuition cost in Iowa?

The private high school with lowest tuition cost in Iowa is Marquette Catholic Schools Pk-12, with a tuition of $1560. The private elementary school with lowest tuition cost is Resurrection School, with a tuition of $1300.

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