For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,019 students in 51503, IA (there are , serving 6,198 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in 51503, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
The top ranked private schools in 51503, IA include St. Albert Catholic and St. Albert Middle School.
The average acceptance rate is 60%, which is lower than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
50% of private schools in 51503, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 51503 Iowa ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Albert Catholic![St. Albert Catholic Photo - With the addition of the state-of-the-art childcare center and elementary school, Saint Albert's elite learning, faith-filled environment is unmatched in Southwest Iowa. St. Albert Catholic Photo - With the addition of the state-of-the-art childcare center and elementary school, Saint Albert's elite learning, faith-filled environment is unmatched in Southwest Iowa.]()

(Catholic)
400 Gleason Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-2316
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-2316
Gr: PK-12 | 675 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Albert Middle School
(Catholic)
400 Gleason Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 322-7004
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 322-7004
Gr: 4-6 | 217 students Acceptance rate listed
Montessori Childrens House
Montessori School
400 Cloverdale Dr
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 325-8346
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 325-8346
Gr: PK-K | 104 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 51503, IA?
The top ranked private schools in 51503, IA include St. Albert Catholic and St. Albert Middle School.
How many private schools are located in 51503?
4 private schools are located in 51503.
What percentage of students in 51503 go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in 51503 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 51503?
50% of private schools in 51503 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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