Dowling Catholic High School
Diocesan school · Grades 9–12
The smallest classes of any Catholic school in West Des Moines
West Des Moines, IA
A-Overall grade1,354 students15 students per teacher
Private schools in West Des Moines, IA
5 private schools in West Des Moines, IA, with grades, size and class sizes.
By type
St. Francis of Assisi School
Diocesan school · Grades Pre-K–8
Serving families in West Des Moines since at least 2011
West Des Moines, IA
B-Overall grade680 students16 students per teacher
Sacred Heart School
Parish school · Grades Pre-K–8
Serving families in West Des Moines since at least 2011
West Des Moines, IA
BOverall grade497 students16 students per teacher
Airazi Academy
Islamic school · Grades Pre-K–5
One of the most diverse private schools in Iowa
West Des Moines, IA
AOverall grade58 students7 students per teacher
Montessori Children's House
Montessori school · Grades Pre-K–2
The only Montessori school in West Des Moines
West Des Moines, IA
A-Overall grade13 students7 students per teacher
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Questions about private schools in West Des Moines, IA
How many private schools are in West Des Moines, IA?
5 private schools in West Des Moines, IA, with about 2,602 students in all, according to official public records.
What kinds of private schools are in West Des Moines, IA?
The most common are Catholic schools (3), Montessori schools (1).
Are there private high schools in West Des Moines, IA?
Yes: 1 private school in West Des Moines, IA teaches through 12th grade.
How many private schools in West Des Moines, IA offer pre-K?
4 private schools in West Des Moines, IA offer pre-K. Ask each one about ages, hours and openings.
How many students per teacher do private schools in West Des Moines, IA have?
The average school has 11.9 students per teacher.
How much does private school cost in West Des Moines, IA?
Tuition varies from school to school. Call each school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans. Iowa has programs that can help pay private school tuition; ask whether the school takes part.
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