Best Iowa Alternative Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 alternative private schools serving 461 students in Iowa.
The top ranked alternative private school in Iowa is Our Lady Of Guadalupe.
40% of alternative private schools in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

Top Ranked Iowa Alternative Private Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Our Lady Of Guadalupe
Alternative School (Catholic)
2105 Saint Joseph Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 582-1198
Grades: PK-5
| 346 students
Little Mustangs Learning Center
Alternative School
525 6th St
Armstrong, IA 50514
(712) 868-3548
Grades: PK-4
| 13 students
Main Street School
Alternative School
925 Main St
Norwalk, IA 50211
(515) 981-1275
Grades: PK-10
| 32 students
Purple Bloom School Llc
Alternative School
2060 12th Ave
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 338-3873
Grades: PK-3
| 66 students
Quakerdale Promise Academy
All-boys | Alternative School (Friends)
26866 Co Highway S55
New Providence, IA 50206
(515) 216-4387
Grades: 9-10
| 4 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private schools in Iowa?
The top ranked alternative private schools in Iowa is Our Lady Of Guadalupe.
How many alternative private schools are located in Iowa?
5 alternative private schools are located in Iowa.
How diverse are alternative private schools in Iowa?
Iowa alternative private schools are approximately 21% minority students, which is higher than the Iowa private school average of 16%.
What percentage of alternative private schools are religiously affiliated in Iowa?
40% of alternative private schools in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

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