For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 blue ribbon private high schools serving 2,319 students in Iowa.
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Iowa include Newman Catholic School, Pella Christian High School, and Dowling Catholic High School.
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this and .
Top Ranked Iowa Blue Ribbon ²ÝÁñÉçÇø High Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dowling Catholic High School
(Catholic)
1400 Buffalo Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-1015
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-1015
Gr: 9-12 | 1,389 student Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 20 Blue Ribbon year: 2003 Tuition listed
2445 19th St Sw
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 423-6939
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 423-6939
Gr: K-12 | 628 students Avg. class size: 39 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
300 Eagle Ln
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4440
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-4440
Gr: 9-12 | 302 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Iowa?
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Iowa include Newman Catholic School, Pella Christian High School, and Dowling Catholic High School.
How many blue ribbon private high schools are located in Iowa?
3 blue ribbon private high schools are located in Iowa.
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