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Iowa sees 60% surge in private school enrollment: Here is why – The Times of India

Over 27,000 Iowa students shift to private schools with taxpayer-funded ESA program. (Getty Images) Iowa has experienced a significant rise in private school enrollment, with over 27,000 students now utilizing taxpayer-funded Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) to cover the cost of attending private schools. According to the Iowa Department of Education, the number of students using ESAs has grown by more than 60% from the previous year, reflecting a larger trend toward school choice in the state.A growing shift to private educationThe surge in ESA participation is part of a broader movement driven by the state’s push to expand educational options. ... Read more