For the 2025-26 school year, there are 1,310 private schools serving 229,282 students in Ohio (there are 3,571 public schools, serving 1,669,776 students). 12% of all K-12 students in Ohio attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $9,373 for elementary schools and $13,451 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Ohio include The Columbus Academy, Cincinnati Country Day School, and St. Xavier High School.
The average acceptance rate is 84% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 25% and the student-teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top Ranked Ohio Private Schools by County (2025-26)
Popular neighborhoods: Northland (8 schools), Kamms Corners (6 schools), Madisonville (5 schools), Far Northwest (5 schools), South Columbus (5 schools).
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# Schools
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Ohio?
The top-ranked private schools in Ohio include The Columbus Academy, Cincinnati Country Day School, and St. Xavier High School.
How many private schools are located in Ohio?
There are 1,310 private schools are located in Ohio.
How much do private schools cost in Ohio?
The average private school tuition in Ohio is $9,373 for elementary schools and $13,451 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Ohio?
Approximately 25% of students in Ohio private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Ohio go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Ohio attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Ohio?
Which private schools in Ohio are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Ohio include: St. Mary Catholic School vs. Hillsboro Christian Academy, Miracle City Academy vs. Pike Christian Academy, Sacred Heart Elementary School vs. Coshocton Christian School
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