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Best Cortland Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 292 students in Cortland, NY (there are 5 public schools, serving 1,862 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in Cortland, NY are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 15%).
100% of private schools in Cortland, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Private Schools in Cortland, NY (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Cortland Christian Academy
(Baptist)
15 West Rd
Cortland, NY 13045
(607) 756-5838
Gr: K-12 | 101 students
St. Mary's School
St. Mary's School Photo
(Catholic)
61 N Main St
Cortland, NY 13045
(607) 756-5614
Gr: PK-6 | 176 students Tuition listed
Victory Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
2910 Douglas Rd
Cortland, NY 13045
(607) 756-5770
Gr: K-11 | 15 students
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Cortland, New York Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1304 Fisher Ave
Cortland, NY 13045
(607) 756-8874
Gr: K-8 | 18 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in Cortland, NY?
3 private schools are located in Cortland, NY.
What percentage of students in Cortland go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in Cortland are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 15%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Cortland?
100% of private schools in Cortland are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).
Which private schools in Cortland are often viewed compared to one another?

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