For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 582 students in 50315, IA (there are , serving 6,715 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in 50315, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
The top ranked private school in 50315, IA is St. Anthony Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 50315, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 50315 Iowa ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
16 Columbus Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 243-1874
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 243-1874
Gr: PK-8 | 349 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Christ The King School
(Catholic)
701 Wall Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 285-3349
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 285-3349
Gr: PK-8 | 233 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
50315, Iowa ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lincoln Heights Lutheran School (Closed 2004)
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
1217 Sw Watrous Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 288-3013
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 288-3013
Gr: 1-8 | 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 50315, IA?
The top ranked private schools in 50315, IA is St. Anthony Elementary School.
How many private schools are located in 50315?
2 private schools are located in 50315.
What percentage of students in 50315 go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in 50315 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 9%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 50315?
100% of private schools in 50315 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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