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Best Delaware Religiously Affiliated Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 80 religiously affiliated private schools serving 15,947 students in Delaware (59% of all schools).
The average tuition cost is $12,550, which is lower than the Delaware private school average tuition cost of $15,304.
The most common religiously affiliated schools are Catholic (24% of schools), Christian (20% of schools) and Amish (13% of schools).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 80
  • # Students Served: 15,947

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 80
  • # Students Served: 15,947

Top Ranked Delaware Private Schools by Religious Affiliation (2026-27)

Religious Affiliation
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Amish
10
303
50%
Assembly of God
1
408
33%
Baptist
5
617
56%
Brethren
1
5
100%
Catholic
19
7,415
17%
Christian
16
3,122
18%
Church of God
1
146
13%
Episcopal
4
791
38%
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)
1
52
17%
Friends
1
709
18%
Islamic
4
550
63%
Jewish
1
35
9%
Mennonite
3
341
7%
Methodist
5
589
34%
Other
3
331
28%
Presbyterian
3
443
16%
Seventh Day Adventist
2
90
84%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Delaware?
The top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Delaware include Wilmington Friends School and Albert Einstein Academy.
How many religiously affiliated private schools are located in Delaware?
80 religiously affiliated private schools are located in Delaware.
How much do religiously affiliated private schools cost in Delaware?
The average tuition cost is $12,550, which is lower than the Delaware private school average tuition cost of $15,304.

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