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Best Ohio Blue Ribbon Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 70 blue ribbon private schools serving 34,777 students in Ohio.

The blue ribbon private schools in Ohio include Communion Of Saints School, Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School, and Cincinnati Country Day School.

The average tuition cost is $8,610, which is lower than the Ohio private school average tuition cost of $8,791.

94% of blue ribbon private schools in Ohio are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 70
# Students Served: 34,777

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 70
# Students Served: 34,777

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Ohio?

The blue ribbon private schools in Ohio include Communion Of Saints School, Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School, and Cincinnati Country Day School.

How many blue ribbon private schools are located in Ohio?

70 blue ribbon private schools are located in Ohio.

How much do blue ribbon private schools cost in Ohio?

The average tuition cost is $8,610, which is lower than the Ohio private school average tuition cost of $8,791.

How diverse are blue ribbon private schools in Ohio?

Ohio blue ribbon private schools are approximately 15% minority students, which is lower than the Ohio private school average of 25%.

What percentage of blue ribbon private schools are religiously affiliated in Ohio?

94% of blue ribbon private schools in Ohio are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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