Best Ohio Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 1,310 private schools serving 231,311 students in Ohio, versus 3,529 public schools serving 1,658,563 students (12% of K-12 students attend private schools, vs. national average 10%).
The average private school tuition is $9,094 for elementary schools and $13,194 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
70% of schools are religiously affiliated, with most being Catholic or Amish.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 1310
  • # Students Served: 231,311
  • Average Tuition: $10,610
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 52%
  • Acceptance Rate: 85%
  • Average Class Size: 17 students
  • % Students of Color: 25%
  • View Ohio School Trends

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 1310
  • # Students Served: 231,311
  • Average Tuition: $10,610
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 52%
  • Acceptance Rate: 85%
  • Average Class Size: 17 students
  • % Students of Color: 25%
  • View Ohio School Trends

Top Ranked Ohio Private Schools (2026-27)

Cincinnati Country Day School Photo
Gr: NS-12 | 854 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 16
6905 Given Road
Cincinnati, OH 45243
(513) 979-0220
(5)
Cleveland Montessori Photo
Gr: PK-6 | 112 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Montessori School (Catholic)
12510 Mayfield Rd
Cleveland, OH 44106
(216) 421-0700
(9)
Columbus School For Girls Photo
Gr: NS-12
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 26
All-girls
65 S. Drexel. Ave.
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 252-0781
(2)
Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy Photo
Gr: 6-12 | 1,310 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 22
Christian
4687 Wyoga Lake Rd
Stow, OH 44224
(330) 929-0575
Gilmour Academy Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 856 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 19
Catholic
34001 Cedar Rd
Gates Mills, OH 44040
(440) 473-8065
(1)
Marburn Academy Photo
Gr: 1-12 | 175 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 7
Special Education School
9555 Johnstown Road
New Albany, OH 43054
(614) 433-0822
St. Mary School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 219 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 24
Catholic
265 Baker Street
Berea, OH 44017
(440) 243-4555
(1)
Spring Valley Academy Photo
Gr: K-12 | 585 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 8
Seventh Day Adventist
1461 E Spring Valley Rd
Dayton, OH 45458
(937) 433-0790
University School Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 877 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 14
All-boys
2785 SOM Center Road
Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
(216) 831-2200
Ursuline High School Photo
Gr: 9-12 | 478 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 29
Catholic
750 Wick Ave
Youngstown, OH 44505
(330) 744-4563
(2)

Ohio Private School Trends (10-Year)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Ohio?
The top-ranked private schools in Ohio include Cincinnati Country Day School, Hathaway Brown School, and St. Xavier High School.
How many private schools are located in Ohio?
There are 1,310 private schools are located in Ohio.
How much do private schools cost in Ohio?
The average private school tuition in Ohio is $9,094 for elementary schools and $13,194 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?
70% of private schools in Ohio are religiously affiliated, with most being Catholic or Amish.
Which private schools in Ohio are often viewed compared to one another?

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