For the 2024 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 264 students in Howard County, IA (there are 5 public schools, serving 1,453 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in Howard County, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 8%).
100% of private schools in Howard County, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Private Schools in Howard County (2024)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Notre Dame Catholic School
(Catholic)
221 2nd Ave E
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-4513
Cresco, IA 52136
(563) 547-4513
Grades: PK-6
| 211 students
Trinity Catholic School
(Catholic)
116 N. Main Street
Protivin, IA 52163
(563) 569-8556
Protivin, IA 52163
(563) 569-8556
Grades: PK-6
| 54 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Howard County, IA?
2 private schools are located in Howard County, IA.
What percentage of students in Howard County, IA go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in Howard County, IA are educated in private schools (compared to the IA state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Howard County, IA?
100% of private schools in Howard County, IA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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