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Best Utah Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 186 private schools serving 22,494 students in Utah (there are 1,112 public schools, serving 681,035 students). 3% of all K-12 students in Utah attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $14,058 for elementary schools and $19,291 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Utah include Rowland Hall, Judge Memorial Catholic High School, and Challenger School - Salt Lake.
The average acceptance rate is 81% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 26% and the student-teacher ratio is 11:1.
25% of schools are religiously affiliated, with most being Catholic or Christian.

Top Ranked Utah Private Schools by County (2025)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
19
2,005
2%
24
2,943
2%
16
1,694
3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Utah?
The top-ranked private schools in Utah include Rowland Hall, Judge Memorial Catholic High School, and Challenger School - Salt Lake.
How many private schools are located in Utah?
There are 186 private schools are located in Utah.
How much do private schools cost in Utah?
The average private school tuition in Utah is $14,058 for elementary schools and $19,291 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Utah?
Approximately 26% of students in Utah private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Utah go to private school?
3% of all K-12 students in Utah attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Utah?
25% of private schools in Utah are religiously affiliated, with most being Catholic or Christian.
Which private schools in Utah are often viewed compared to one another?

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