For the 2024 school year, there are 178 private schools serving 29,686 students in Nevada (there are 756 public schools, serving 482,853 students). 6% of all K-12 students in Nevada are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $10,849 for elementary schools and $11,673 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Nevada include Brookfield School, Brilliant Child Christian Academy and NCA-Baby University-Noble Collegiate Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 86% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 33% and the student:teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top Ranked Nevada Private Schools by County (2024)
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Nevada?
The best top ranked private schools in Nevada include Brookfield School, Brilliant Child Christian Academy and NCA-Baby University-Noble Collegiate Academy.
How many private schools are located in Nevada?
178 private schools are located in Nevada.
How much do private schools cost in Nevada?
The average private school tuition in Nevada is $10,849 for elementary schools and $11,673 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Nevada?
Nevada private schools are approximately 33% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Nevada go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Nevada are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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