For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 266 students in 52556, IA (there are , serving 1,408 public students). 16% of all K-12 students in 52556, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private school in 52556, IA is Maharishi School.
The average acceptance rate is 70%, which is lower than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
33% of private schools in 52556, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).
Top-Ranked 52556 Iowa 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
804 Dr Robert Keith Wallace Drive
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-9400
Gr: PK-12 | 173 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Singing Cedars School
Special Program Emphasis
2149 N B St
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 632-2230
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 632-2230
Gr: K-3 | 27 students
Suburan Hgts. Baptist Church
(Baptist)
401 S 32nd St
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2208
Fairfield, IA 52556
(641) 472-2208
Gr: NS-12 | 66 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 52556, IA?
The top-ranked private schools in 52556, IA is Maharishi School.
How many private schools are located in 52556?
3 private schools are located in 52556.
What percentage of students in 52556 go to private school?
16% of all K-12 students in 52556 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 52556?
33% of private schools in 52556 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).
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