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Nebraska Religiously Affiliated Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 191 religiously affiliated private schools serving 38,162 students in Nebraska (81% of all schools).
The average tuition cost is $6,388, which is lower than the Nebraska private school average tuition cost of $6,858.
The most common religiously affiliated schools are Catholic (58% of schools), Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (21% of schools) and Christian (8% of schools).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 191
  • # Students Served: 38,162

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 191
  • # Students Served: 38,162

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

Religious Affiliation
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Amish
1
15
-
Baptist
3
163
8%
Brethren
1
9
-
Catholic
110
29,161
20%
Christian
16
2,792
18%
Islamic
1
42
33%
Jewish
1
67
15%
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
40
4,772
9%
Other
1
234
14%
Other Lutheran
1
45
33%
Seventh Day Adventist
6
299
40%
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
10
563
11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Nebraska?
The top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Nebraska include Bergan Catholic Middle School/High School, Bergan Elementary, and Aquinas Middle High School.
How many religiously affiliated private schools are located in Nebraska?
191 religiously affiliated private schools are located in Nebraska.
How much do religiously affiliated private schools cost in Nebraska?
The average tuition cost is $6,388, which is lower than the Nebraska private school average tuition cost of $6,858.

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