For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 816 students in 50702, IA (there are , serving 3,163 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in 50702, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in 50702, IA include Blessed Maria Assunta Pallotta Middle School and St. Edward School.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
Top-Ranked 50702 Iowa 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Blessed Maria Assunta Pallotta Middle School
(Catholic)
3225 W 9th St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 232-1422
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 232-1422
Gr: 6-8 | 173 students Acceptance rate listed
St. Edward School
(Catholic)
139 E Mitchell Ave
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 233-6202
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 233-6202
Gr: K-5 | 339 students Acceptance rate listed
Columbus Catholic High School
(Catholic)
3231 W 9th St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 232-1422
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 232-1422
Gr: 9-12 | 247 students Avg. class size: 18 students
928 Jefferson St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 235-6191
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 235-6191
Gr: PK-4 | 57 students
50702, Iowa 草榴社区 Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Sacred Heart School (Closed 2016)
(Catholic)
620 W 5th St
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 234-6593
Waterloo, IA 50702
(319) 234-6593
Gr: NS-5 | 171 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 50702, IA?
The top-ranked private schools in 50702, IA include Blessed Maria Assunta Pallotta Middle School and St. Edward School.
How many private schools are located in 50702?
4 private schools are located in 50702.
What percentage of students in 50702 go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in 50702 are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 10%).
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