Best Jefferson County Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private elementary schools serving 1,021 students in Jefferson County, NY.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the New York private elementary school average acceptance rate of 76%.
100% of private elementary schools in Jefferson County, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked Jefferson County Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

Map of Augustinian Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students
Catholic
317 West St
Carthage, NY 13619
(315) 493-1301
Map of Immaculate Heart Central Junior/Senior High School
Gr: 6-12 | 204 students
Catholic
1316 Ives St
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 788-4670
Immaculate Heart Elementary School Grades Photo
Gr: PK-5 | 226 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 13
Catholic
1316 Ives Street
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 788-4670
(4)
Map of Christian Heritage School
Gr: PK-6 | 9 students
Christian
42140 County Route 41
Natural Bridge, NY 13665
(315) 405-1865
Faith Fellowship Christian School Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 150 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 4
Christian
131 Moore Avenue
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 783-9342
Map of Genesis School - Christian Life Center
Gr: PK-12 | 23 students
Christian
12749 State Hwy 12e
Chaumont, NY 13622
(315) 649-3050
Map of Ihc Intermediate School Grades K-5
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students
Catholic
122 Winthrop St
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 788-7011
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Jefferson County, New York

Jefferson County Private Elementary Schools (Closed)

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

Overview

Category
This State (NY)
US
# Schools
7 Schools
# Students
1,021 Students
341,806 Students
% Average Students of Color
17%
37%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
87 Teachers
34,313 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
43%
76%
Average Class Size
13 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
6 courses
11 courses
Average SAT score
1220
(Out of 1600)
1272

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$5,300
$22,518
Average % on Financial Aid
43%
32%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,850
$9,778
Average Acceptance Rate
99%
76%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.51
0.57
# American Indian Students
2 Students
810 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
16 Students
14,469 Students
% Asian Students
2%
4%
# Hispanic Students
90 Students
23,955 Students
% Hispanic Students
9%
7%
# Black Students
23 Students
26,065 Students
% Black Students
2%
8%
# White Students
671 Students
213,434 Students
% White Students
67%
63%
# Hawaiian Students
3 Students
420 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
193 Students
62,680 Students
% of Others Students
20%
18%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Jefferson County, NY?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Jefferson County, NY include Immaculate Heart Elementary School Grades, Augustinian Academy, and Immaculate Heart Central Junior/Senior High School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Jefferson County?
7 private elementary schools are located in Jefferson County.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Jefferson County?
Jefferson County private elementary schools are approximately 17% minority students, which is lower than the New York private school average of 37%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Jefferson County?
100% of private elementary schools in Jefferson County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private elementary schools in Jefferson County are often viewed compared to one another?

Recent Articles

How Much Homework Is Too Much?
How Much Homework Is Too Much?
Learn how to compare private school homework expectations, recognize excessive workloads, evaluate assignment quality, and ask better questions about academic balance before choosing a school for your child.
Learning Support Without a Formal Program
Learning Support Without a Formal Program
Learn what private schools mean by informal learning support, how services differ from formal programs, and which questions families should ask before choosing the right school today.
Beyond AP vs. IB: How to Judge Academic Rigor
Beyond AP vs. IB: How to Judge Academic Rigor
Learn how to judge academic rigor at private schools without AP or IB by examining curriculum depth, assessments, faculty expectations, advanced coursework, student work, and college preparation outcomes.

Filter Schools

School Level
Must Offer Grade
▼ Show more
Gender
School Focus
Religious Affiliation
ADD/ADHD Support
Summer Program

Quick Links