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Jefferson County Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 940 students in Jefferson County, NY (there are 39 public schools, serving 16,927 public students). 5% of all K-12 students are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 14%).
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the New York private school average acceptance rate of 79%.
100% of private schools in Jefferson County, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Jefferson County Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Augustinian Academy
Augustinian Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 80 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
317 West St
Carthage, NY 13619
(315) 493-1301
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Map of Immaculate Heart Central Junior/Senior High School
Immaculate Heart Central Junior/Senior High School
Gr: 6-12 | 204 students
Catholic
1316 Ives St
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 788-4670
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Immaculate Heart Elementary School Grades Photo
Immaculate Heart Elementary School Grades
Gr: PK-5 | 226 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 13
Catholic
1316 Ives Street
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 788-4670
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Map of Christian Heritage School
Christian Heritage School
Gr: PK-6 | 9 students
Christian
42140 County Route 41
Natural Bridge, NY 13665
(315) 405-1865
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Faith Fellowship Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 150 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 4
Christian
131 Moore Avenue
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 783-9342
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Map of Genesis School - Christian Life Center
Genesis School - Christian Life Center
Gr: PK-12 | 23 students
Christian
12749 State Hwy 12e
Chaumont, NY 13622
(315) 649-3050
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Map of Ihc Intermediate School Grades K-5
Ihc Intermediate School Grades K-5
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students
Catholic
122 Winthrop St
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 788-7011
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Jefferson County Private Schools (Closed)

Map of St. Anthony S School
St. Anthony S School
Gr: PK-6 | 136 students
Catholic
870 Arsenal Street
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 788-1461
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Overview

Category
This State (NY)
US
# Schools
7 Schools
# Students
940 Students
424,657 Students
% Average Students of Color
17%
39%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
85 Teachers
41,688 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
75%
Average Class Size
11 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
4 courses
12 courses
Average SAT score
1220
(Out of 1600)
1261

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$5,550
$21,768
Average % on Financial Aid
52%
34%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,425
$10,886
Average Acceptance Rate
99%
79%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.48
0.59
# American Indian Students
2 Students
949 Students
% American Indian Students
<1%
<1%
# Asian Students
16 Students
18,397 Students
% Asian Students
2%
5%
# Hispanic Students
90 Students
33,759 Students
% Hispanic Students
9%
8%
# Black Students
23 Students
33,696 Students
% Black Students
2%
8%
# White Students
671 Students
252,994 Students
% White Students
70%
60%
# Hawaiian Students
3 Students
538 Students
% Hawaiian Students
<1%
<1%
# Others Students
158 Students
81,171 Students
% of Others Students
17%
19%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
13 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
6 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Jefferson County, NY?
How many private schools are located in Jefferson County?
7 private schools are located in Jefferson County.
How diverse are private schools in Jefferson County?
Jefferson County private schools are approximately 17% minority students, which is lower than the New York private school average of 39%.
What percentage of students in Jefferson County go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in Jefferson County are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Jefferson County?
100% of private schools in Jefferson County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private schools in Jefferson County are often viewed compared to one another?

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