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Best Syracuse Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 23 private schools serving 4,006 students in Syracuse, NY (there are 54 public schools, serving 30,645 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in Syracuse, NY are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 15%).
The top-ranked private schools in Syracuse, NY include The New School, Manlius Pebble Hill School, and St. Rose Of Lima School.
The average tuition cost is $12,824, which is lower than the New York private school average tuition cost of $22,376.
74% of private schools in Syracuse, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top-Ranked Syracuse Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Manlius Pebble Hill School
Manlius Pebble Hill School Photo - The opening day Handshake Ceremony is a tradition that dates back generations, with the entire student body along with faculty and staff to welcome each other into a new academic year. Handshakes, hugs, high fives, fist bumps, waves, and rock-paper-scissors are all forms of greetings.
(1)
5300 Jamesville Rd
Syracuse, NY 13214
(315) 446-2452
Gr: PK-12 | 332 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
Christian Brothers Academy
(Catholic)
6245 Randall Rd
Syracuse, NY 13214
(315) 446-5960
Gr: 7-12 | 790 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Most Holy Rosary School
(Catholic)
(3)
1031 Bellevue Ave
Syracuse, NY 13207
(315) 476-6035
Gr: PK-6 | 126 students Avg. class size: 19 students Tuition listed
The New School
The New School Photo
Alternative School
5205 Jamesville Road, Dewitt
Syracuse, NY 13214
(315) 475-6453
Gr: K-7 | 33 students Tuition listed
St. Rose Of Lima School
(Catholic)
411 S Main St
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 458-6036
Gr: PK-6 | 431 students
112 S Wilbur Ave
Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 422-3140
Gr: PK-6 | 60 students
815 Fay Road
Syracuse, NY 13219
(315) 468-2591
Gr: 7-12 | 288 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
200 W High Ter
Syracuse, NY 13219
(315) 488-7631
Gr: K-7 | 160 students
Blessed Sacrament School
(Catholic)
3129 James Street
Syracuse, NY 13206
(315) 463-1261
Gr: PK-6 | 226 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Blessed Virgin Mary Mother Of God Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
450 Wilkinson Street
Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 422-8127
Gr: K-12 | 70 students
Cathedral Academy At Pompei
(Catholic)
923 N Mcbride St
Syracuse, NY 13208
(315) 422-8548
Gr: K-6 | 73 students
Children's Beginnings
Daycare / Preschool
100 S Clinton St Ste 169
Syracuse, NY 13261
(315) 448-0980
Gr: NS-PK
Faith Heritage School
Faith Heritage School Photo - Faith Heritage has a strong college preparatory academic program with nearly 100% of students continuing on to higher education.
(Christian)
3740 Midland Ave
Syracuse, NY 13205
(315) 469-7777
Gr: PK-12 | 253 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Cross Elementary School
(Catholic)
4200 E Genesee St
Syracuse, NY 13214
(315) 446-4890
Gr: PK-6 | 154 students Tuition listed
Holy Family School
(Catholic)
130 Chapel Dr
Syracuse, NY 13219
(315) 487-8515
Gr: PK-6 | 241 students
Ihsan School Of Excellence
(Islamic)
1406 Park St
Syracuse, NY 13208
(315) 472-5040
Gr: PK-12 | 96 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Jowonio School
Alternative School
3049 E Genesee St
Syracuse, NY 13224
(315) 455-4010
Gr: K | 186 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
Little Lamb Christian School
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
420 S Main St
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 452-3302
Gr: PK-K | 76 students Tuition listed
Living Word Academy
(Pentecostal)
(1)
6101 Court Street Rd
Syracuse, NY 13206
(315) 437-6744
Gr: PK-12 | 177 students
Montessori Discovery School
Montessori School
(4)
109 Waring Rd
Syracuse, NY 13224
(315) 446-0204
Gr: PK-K | 23 students Tuition listed
Montessori School Of Syracuse
Montessori School Of Syracuse Photo - Math
Montessori School
155 Waldorf Pkwy
Syracuse, NY 13224
(315) 449-9033
Gr: PK-6 | 109 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
Parkview Junior Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
412 S Avery Ave
Syracuse, NY 13219
(315) 468-0117
Gr: PK-9 | 57 students Tuition listed
Syracuse Hebrew Day School
(Jewish)
5655 Thompson Rd
Syracuse, NY 13214
(315) 446-1900
Gr: K-6 | 45 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Syracuse, New York

Syracuse, New York Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
301 Valley Drive
Syracuse, NY 13207
(315) 672-7488
Gr: 7-8 | 30 students
1636 James St
Syracuse, NY 13203
(315) 478-1031
Gr: PK-1 | 24 students
4471 Onondaga Blvd
Syracuse, NY 13219
(315) 468-6441
Gr: PK-6 | 159 students
St. Daniel School (Closed 2006)
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
621 Roxford Road S
Syracuse, NY 13208
(315) 455-7021
Gr: 5 | 23 students
4837 S Salina Street
Syracuse, NY 13205
(315) 492-1054
Gr: PK-6 | 122 students
201 Roxboro Rd
Syracuse, NY 13211
(315) 455-5791
Gr: PK-6 | 160 students
210 Schuyler Street
Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 476-4076
Gr: PK-6 | 124 students

Overview

This Town (Syracuse)
This State (NY)
# Schools
23 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
4,006 Students
430,031 Students
% Average Students of Color
23%
40%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
392 Teachers
41,979 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
63%
76%
Average Class Size
17 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
8 courses
11 courses
Average SAT score
1249
(Out of 1600)
1250

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,824
$22,376
Average % on Financial Aid
10%
34%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
$9,504
Average Acceptance Rate
90%
75%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.59
0.60
# American Indian Students
23 Students
949 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
n/a
# Asian Students
217 Students
18,408 Students
% Asian Students
5%
4%
# Hispanic Students
77 Students
33,771 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
8%
# Black Students
368 Students
33,736 Students
% Black Students
9%
8%
# White Students
2,362 Students
253,923 Students
% White Students
59%
59%
# Hawaiian Students
4 Students
2,694 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
1%
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
962 Students
84,087 Students
% of Others Students
24%
20%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
7 extracurriculars
13 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
8 sports
8 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Syracuse, NY?
The top-ranked private schools in Syracuse, NY include The New School, Manlius Pebble Hill School, and St. Rose Of Lima School.
How many private schools are located in Syracuse?
23 private schools are located in Syracuse.
How much do private schools cost in Syracuse?
The average tuition cost is $12,824, which is lower than the New York private school average tuition cost of $22,376.
How diverse are private schools in Syracuse?
Syracuse private schools are approximately 23% minority students, which is lower than the New York private school average of 40%.
What percentage of students in Syracuse go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Syracuse are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 15%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Syracuse?
74% of private schools in Syracuse are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).
Which private schools in Syracuse are often viewed compared to one another?

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