For the 2024 school year, there are 2,030 private schools serving 330,374 students in Texas (there are 9,179 public schools, serving 5,427,148 students). 6% of all K-12 students in Texas are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $10,710 for elementary schools and $12,114 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Texas include Girls' School Of Austin, Salem Lutheran School and The Christian School at Castle Hills.
The average acceptance rate is 85% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 41% and the student:teacher ratio is 10:1.
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Top Ranked Texas Private Schools by County (2024)
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Texas?
The best top ranked private schools in Texas include Girls' School Of Austin, Salem Lutheran School and The Christian School at Castle Hills.
How many private schools are located in Texas?
2,030 private schools are located in Texas.
How much do private schools cost in Texas?
The average private school tuition in Texas is $10,710 for elementary schools and $12,114 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Texas?
Texas private schools are approximately 41% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Texas go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Texas are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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