For the 2025-26 school year, there are 183 private schools serving 22,272 students in Utah (there are 1,111 public schools, serving 681,048 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 $13,414 for elementary schools and $17,046 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Utah include Judge Memorial Catholic High School, Rowland Hall, and Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 80% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 27% and the student-teacher ratio is 11:1.
Top Ranked Utah Private Schools by County (2025-26)
Popular neighborhoods: East Central (5 schools), Sugar House (4 schools), River Bottoms (3 schools), The Avenues (3 schools), Ballpark (2 schools).
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Utah?
The top-ranked private schools in Utah include Judge Memorial Catholic High School, Rowland Hall, and Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in Utah?
There are 183 private schools are located in Utah.
How much do private schools cost in Utah?
The average private school tuition in Utah is $13,414 for elementary schools and $17,046 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Utah?
Approximately 27% 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?
Which private schools in Utah are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Utah include: Williamsburg Academy Private School vs. Westside Christian School, Meadow Ridge Academy Microschool vs. Anthem Preparatory School, Montessori Children's House vs. Dancing Moose Montessori School
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