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Best Iowa Alternative ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´s (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 alternative private schools serving 461 students in Iowa.
The top ranked alternative private schools in Iowa include Quakerdale Promise Academy and Our Lady Of Guadalupe.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 91%.
40% of alternative private schools in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´s: 5
  • # Students Served: 461

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´s: 5
  • # Students Served: 461

Top Ranked Iowa Alternative ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´s (2026-27)

Map of Our Lady Of Guadalupe
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students
Alternative School (Catholic)
2105 Saint Joseph Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 582-1198
Map of Quakerdale Promise Academy
Gr: 9-10 | 4 students
All-boys | Alternative School (Friends)
26866 Co Highway S55
New Providence, IA 50206
(515) 216-4387
Map of Little Mustangs Learning Center
Gr: PK-4 | 13 students
Alternative School
525 6th St
Armstrong, IA 50514
(712) 868-3548
Main Street School Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 32 students
Alternative School
925 Main St
Norwalk, IA 50211
(515) 981-1275
Map of Purple Bloom School Llc
Gr: PK-3 | 66 students
Alternative School
2060 12th Ave
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 338-3873

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private schools in Iowa?
The top ranked alternative private schools in Iowa include Quakerdale Promise Academy and Our Lady Of Guadalupe.
How many alternative private schools are located in Iowa?
5 alternative private schools are located in Iowa.
How diverse are alternative private schools in Iowa?
Iowa alternative private schools are approximately 21% minority students, which is higher than the Iowa private school average of 16%.
What percentage of alternative private schools are religiously affiliated in Iowa?
40% of alternative private schools in Iowa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

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