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Largest Iowa 草榴社区 Preschools

The average private preschool in Iowa has 224 students (2026-27).

The largest private preschool in Iowa is Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools, with 1,365 students.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# IA Schools Ranked: 149
Top 20 Range (Students): 411鈥�1,365
IA School Avg.: 224
National School Avg.: 187

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# IA Schools Ranked: 149
Top 20 Range (Students): 411鈥�1,365
IA School Avg.: 224
National School Avg.: 187

Iowa Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	Iowa (IA) avg
2025	224
2024	222
2023	206
2022	218
2021	217
2020	214
2019	200
2018	205
2017	213
2016	213
2015	210

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Show school map 鈥� Iowa (students range: 411鈥�1,365, avg 224)

School Size Range: 303 1,365 Avg. School Size: 552

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Iowa average private preschools student size?

The Iowa average private preschools student size is 224 for 2026-27.

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

The top ranked private preschools in Iowa include Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools, Kuemper Grade School Pk-8 Grades and Kuemper Catholic Grade School.

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