Best Utah Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 185 private schools serving 22,908 students in Utah (there are 1,114 public schools, serving 686,756 students). 3% of all K-12 students in Utah are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $10,168 for elementary schools and $11,516 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Utah include Mount Vernon Academy, Challenger School - Salt Lake and Arches Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 82% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 24% and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
26% of schools are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Utah Private Schools by County (2024)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
17
1,706
2%
26
3,342
2%
17
1,794
3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Utah?
The best top ranked private schools in Utah include Mount Vernon Academy, Challenger School - Salt Lake and Arches Academy.
How many private schools are located in Utah?
185 private schools are located in Utah.
How much do private schools cost in Utah?
The average private school tuition in Utah is $10,168 for elementary schools and $11,516 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Utah?
Utah private schools are approximately 24% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Utah go to private school?
3% of all K-12 students in Utah are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Utah?
26% of private schools in Utah are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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