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Delaware Catholic Private Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 catholic private preschools serving 4,563 students in Delaware.

The average acceptance rate is 87%, which is lower than the Delaware private preschool average acceptance rate of 90%.

The catholic private preschools in Delaware include Ursuline Academy, St. Mary Magdalen School, and St. Elizabeth School.

These schools make up 13% of the 91 private schools in Delaware and 26% of its 17,328 private school students.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 12
# Students Served: 4,563

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 12
# Students Served: 4,563

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked catholic private preschools in Delaware?

The catholic private preschools in Delaware include Ursuline Academy, St. Mary Magdalen School, and St. Elizabeth School.

How many catholic private preschools are located in Delaware?

12 catholic private preschools are located in Delaware.

How diverse are catholic private preschools in Delaware?

Delaware catholic private preschools are approximately 18% minority students, which is lower than the Delaware private school average of 30%.

Delaware Catholic Private Preschools Trends

Private Schools

4,563

Students

$6,365

Avg. Tuition

18%

Students of Color

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

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