Average Private School Student Size (2024)

The national average private school student size is 176 students (2024).
The state with the largest average private school student size is Louisiana with 312 students. The state with the smallest average private school student size is Wyoming with 68 students.
Student Size Range: 68 312 Avg. Student Size: 176

Average Private School Student Size (2024)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the national average private school student size?
The national average private school student size is 176 for 2024.
What are the private schools with largest private school student size in the United States?
The private schools with largest private school student size in the United States include American Heritage School, Phillips Exeter Academy and St. John Paul II Catholic Schools.
What is the state with the largest average private school student size?
The state with the largest average private school student size is Louisiana.

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Did You Know?

The state with largest average private school student size is Louisiana , with 312 students. The county with the largest average private school student size is Lynchburg City, VA with 680 students.