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Hillcrest Academy Photo - During the first week of school, our students have a fun day out at Crooked Creek Christian Camp. Students get to participate in chapel, play group games, enjoy small group activities, hike through the woods and eat lunch outdoors.
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Best Johnson County ²ÝÁñÉçÇø High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private high schools serving 1,129 students in Johnson County, IA.
The top ranked private high schools in Johnson County, IA include Hillcrest Academy and Regina Catholic Education Center.
The average acceptance rate is 94%, which is higher than the Iowa private high school average acceptance rate of 82%.
67% of private high schools in Johnson County, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Mennonite).

Top Ranked Johnson County ²ÝÁñÉçÇø High Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Hillcrest Academy
Hillcrest Academy Photo - During the first week of school, our students have a fun day out at Crooked Creek Christian Camp. Students get to participate in chapel, play group games, enjoy small group activities, hike through the woods and eat lunch outdoors.
(Mennonite)
(3)
1421 540th Street SW
Kalona, IA 52247
(319) 656-2073
Gr: 6-12 | 177 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Regina Catholic Education Center
(Catholic)
2150 Rochester Ave
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 499-9020
Gr: PK-12 | 902 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 12
Iowa Conservatory
Iowa Conservatory Photo - Costume Studio
Special Program Emphasis
123 N. Linn St.
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 804-5943
Gr: 8-12 | 50 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Johnson County, IA?
The top ranked private high schools in Johnson County, IA include Hillcrest Academy and Regina Catholic Education Center.
How many private high schools are located in Johnson County?
3 private high schools are located in Johnson County.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Johnson County?
67% of private high schools in Johnson County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Mennonite).

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