For the 2026 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 $9,374 for elementary schools and $13,451 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Ohio include St. Xavier High School, University School, and Hathaway Brown School.
The average acceptance rate is 84% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 25% and the student-teacher ratio is 13:1.
Overview
This State (OH)
US
# Schools
1,310 Schools
Student Body:
# Students
229,282 Students
5,709,224 Students
% Average Students of Color
25%
34%
Student By Grade
Academics and Faculty:
# Teachers
19,017 Teachers
507,774 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
51%
55%
Average Class Size
17 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
12 courses
13 courses
Average SAT score
1245
(Out of 1600)
1233
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
26
Tuition and Acceptance Rate:
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,809
$15,013
Average Summer Program Cost
$422
$1,152
Average % on Financial Aid
51%
34%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,753
$7,073
Average Acceptance Rate
84%
81%
Average Endowment Size
$68.92 million
$60.79 million
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.58
0.65
# American Indian Students
1,334 Students
30,181 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
1%
# Asian Students
5,045 Students
265,374 Students
% Asian Students
2%
5%
# Hispanic Students
10,842 Students
508,007 Students
% Hispanic Students
5%
9%
# Black Students
24,294 Students
417,245 Students
% Black Students
10%
7%
# White Students
140,240 Students
2,938,314 Students
% White Students
60%
52%
# Hawaiian Students
311 Students
22,255 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
51,836 Students
1,471,996 Students
% of Others Students
22%
26%
All Ethnic Groups
Extracurriculars and Sports:
Average Number of Extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
7 sports
7 sports
Top-Ranked Ohio Private Schools by County (2026)
Popular neighborhoods: Northland (8 schools), Kamms Corners (6 schools), Madisonville (5 schools), Far Northwest (5 schools), South Columbus (5 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% 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 St. Xavier High School, University School, and Hathaway Brown 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 $9,374 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
Recent Articles
Free Private Schools & Voucher Programs in 2025
Updated guide to free private schools and school voucher programs, 2025 policies, costs, equity issues, and how families access tuition support.
Social Emotional Learning 2025: Policy, Practice and Outcomes
Updated 2025 review of social emotional learning in schools, research outcomes, key trends, challenges and future paths for parents and educators.
Private School Admissions for Siblings: Costs and Timing
Learn how private school admissions for siblings affect costs, discounts, and timing strategies for families planning multiple enrollments.
