Iowa consistently ranks in the top five states in the nation on standardized achievement tests, and test scores here in Dubuque consistently rank above both the national and state averages.
The greater Dubuque area boasts top-rated private and public schools.
Valuing education at every level, our district offers programs from child readiness to community college and adult degree programs.
Public Schools
Dubuque Community School District (Pre-K–12)
563-552-3000
Thirteen elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools and the Alternative Learning Center
Private Schools - Cascade, Iowa
Aquin Catholic School (Pre-K-8)
One elementary and middle school
Website
563-852-3331
Private Schools - Dubuque, Iowa
Dubuque Lutheran School (K–5)
One elementary school
Website
563-588-0614
Holy Family Catholic Schools (Pre-K–12)
Four elementary schools, one middle school, one high school plus Spanish immersion elementary school
Website
563-582-5456
Tri-State Christian School (K-12)
One elementary and high school
Website
563-231-3701
Private Schools - Dyersville, Iowa
Dyersville Beckman (7-12)
One junior high and one high school
Website
563-875-7188
Xavier Catholic School (Pre-K-6)
One elementary school
Website
563-875-7376
Private Schools - Holy Cross, Iowa
LaSalle Catholic School (Pre-K-6)
One elementary school
Website
563-870-2405
Private Schools - Peosta & Farley, Iowa
Seton Catholic School (Pre-K-8)
Two elementary schools and one middle school
Website
563-556-5967
The Greater Dubuque area is home to five colleges and universities, as well as a number of community /technical colleges and seminaries.
These institutions contribute to the cultural fabric of the community with events and offerings for area residents. They also serve the educational needs of area adults and businesses through corporate training programs, adult degree programs, graduate degree programs, and non-traditional course delivery.
Colleges and Universities
Loras College
University of Dubuque
Clarke University
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Emmaus Bible College
Community and Technical
Northeast Iowa Community College
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Capri College
Highland Community College
Seminaries
Divine Word College
Wartburg Theological Seminary
University of Dubuque Theological Seminary
In the state of Iowa, children receive ten hours of free preschool per week.
Child Care Resource and Referral serves providers, families and communities while striving to improve the quality of care for Iowa's children.
For more information, please contact Child Care Resource and Referral toll-free at 855-299-0499 or online at the link below.
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