For the 2025-26 school year, there are 1,314 private schools serving 229,387 students in Ohio (there are 3,571 public schools, serving 1,669,776 students). 12% of all K-12 students in Ohio attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $9,351 for elementary schools and $13,424 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Ohio include The Columbus Academy, Hathaway Brown School, and Cincinnati Country Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 84% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 25% and the student-teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top Ranked Ohio Private Schools by County (2025-26)
Popular neighborhoods: Northland (8 schools), Kamms Corners (6 schools), Madisonville (5 schools), Far Northwest (5 schools), South Columbus (5 schools).
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Ohio?
The top-ranked private schools in Ohio include The Columbus Academy, Hathaway Brown School, and Cincinnati Country Day School.
How many private schools are located in Ohio?
There are 1,314 private schools are located in Ohio.
How much do private schools cost in Ohio?
The average private school tuition in Ohio is $9,351 for elementary schools and $13,424 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Ohio?
Approximately 25% of students in Ohio private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Ohio go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Ohio attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Ohio?
Which private schools in Ohio are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Ohio include: St. Mary Catholic School vs. Hillsboro Christian Academy, Miracle City Academy vs. Pike Christian Academy, Sacred Heart Elementary School vs. Coshocton Christian School
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