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Largest Iowa 草榴社区 Schools

The average private school in Iowa has 218 students (2026-27).

The largest private school in Iowa is Alpha Omega Academy, with 3,412 students.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# IA Schools Ranked: 242
Top 20 Range (Students): 499鈥�3,412
IA School Avg.: 218
National School Avg.: 175

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# IA Schools Ranked: 242
Top 20 Range (Students): 499鈥�3,412
IA School Avg.: 218
National School Avg.: 175

Iowa Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	Iowa (IA) avg
2025	217
2024	212
2023	192
2022	203
2021	201
2020	196
2019	199
2018	197
2017	195
2016	194
2015	188

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Show school map 鈥� Iowa (students range: 499鈥�3,412, avg 218)

School Size Range: 362 3,412 Avg. School Size: 707

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Iowa average private schools student size?

The Iowa average private schools student size is 218 for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with the largest student size in Iowa?

The top ranked private schools in Iowa include Alpha Omega Academy, Dowling Catholic High School and Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools.

What is private high school and private elementary school with the largest student size in Iowa?

The private high school with the largest student size in Iowa is Alpha Omega Academy, with a value of 3412. The private elementary school with the largest student size is Alpha Omega Academy, with a value of 3412.

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