Elder High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked OH School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 797 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,800
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: Nov. 22 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Elder High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Elder High School
9	173
10	222
11	192
12	210

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Grade 10 is the largest grade at Elder High School, with 222 students.

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

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Year Founded

1922

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Campus Size

12 acres

School Motto

To strive for Altiora, the higher things.

Student Body

Total Students

797 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

62 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

59%

Average Class Size

25 students

Average SAT score

1094

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Number of AP Courses

12 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Nov. 22 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,800

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Tuition Notes

Tuition for freshmen in 2012-2013 includes tablet-PC fee.

% on Financial Aid

58%

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

JP Owens

Application URL

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Purple & White

School Notes

As a school community we endeavor to prepare students to be lifelong seekers of both knowledge and skills, and to be followers of Jesus Christ in word and deed.
Elder High School, a Roman Catholic secondary school, seeks to serve the community in which it is situated by assisting adolescent young men in their quest to become growing, knowledgeable men.
As a comprehensive high school serving young men with a wide variety of physical, intellectual, moral, cultural, and social endowments, the educational process begins with the young man himself, with his strengths and weaknesses.
In thus accepting the young man, we hope to assist in the development of his personality and the broadening of his horizons to the extent that, upon graduation, he is prepared to pursue whatever further development is necessary for him to make his personal contribution to life and building the Kingdom of God.

As a school community we endeavor to prepare students to be lifelong seekers of both knowledge and skills, and to be followers of Jesus Christ in word and deed.
Elder High School, a Roman Catholic secondary school, seeks to serve the community in which it is situated by assisting adolescent young men in their quest to become growing, knowledgeable men.
As a comprehensive high school serving young men with a wide variety of physical, intellectual, moral, cultural, and social endowments, the educational process begins with the young man himself, with his strengths and weaknesses.
In thus accepting the young man, we hope to assist in the development of his personality and the broadening of his horizons to the extent that, upon graduation, he is prepared to pursue whatever further development is necessary for him to make his personal contribution to life and building the Kingdom of God.

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How much does Elder High School cost?

Elder High School's tuition is approximately $9,800 for private students.

What schools are Elder High School often compared to?

Elder High School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Xavier High School, La Salle High School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Elder High School?

The acceptance rate of Elder High School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.

Does Elder High School offer a summer program?

Yes, Elder High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Elder High School's ranking?

Elder High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Elder High School?

The application deadline for Elder High School is Nov. 22 / rolling (applications are due on Nov. 22 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Elder High School located?

Elder High School is located in the West Price Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 3 other private schools located in West Price Hill.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cincinnati, OH is $8,394 for elementary schools and $15,833 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cincinnati, OH is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).