Private Schools in Mitchellville, Iowa

Bergman Academy is an International Baccalaureate World School serving Mitchellville and the greater Des Moines area with innovative educational approaches. The school offers the IB Primary Years Programme for preschool through 5th grade, with plans to expand through middle school. Unique features include Spanish language immersion starting in preschool, project-based learning, and strong STEM integration. The school emphasizes global citizenship and critical thinking skills in a nurturing environment with small class sizes and individualized attention.

Dowling Catholic High School is consistently ranked among Iowa's top private schools, serving students from Mitchellville and throughout the Des Moines metro area. The school offers a comprehensive college-preparatory curriculum with 23 Advanced Placement courses, extensive STEM programs, and championship-caliber athletics. Facilities include state-of-the-art science labs, performing arts centers, and extensive athletic complexes. With a 100% college acceptance rate and a student-teacher ratio of 16:1, Dowling provides personalized attention while maintaining academic rigor.

Des Moines Christian School serves Mitchellville families with a comprehensive Christian education from preschool through 12th grade. The school emphasizes academic excellence within a faith-based environment, offering rigorous college preparatory courses, advanced STEM programs, and competitive athletics. Facilities include modern classrooms, science laboratories, fine arts studios, and athletic fields. The school maintains small class sizes with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1 and has a strong track record of college placements.