Holy Cross Catholic School Photo - Principal Reinhart helping a kindergarten student chart his goals. Holy Cross Catholic School, Defiance Ohio. #Greathappenshere!

Best Defiance County Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private elementary schools serving 118 students in Defiance County, OH.
The top ranked private elementary school in Defiance County, OH is Holy Cross Catholic School.
100% of private elementary schools in Defiance County, OH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Catholic).

Top Ranked Defiance County Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Holy Cross Catholic School
Holy Cross Catholic School Photo - Principal Reinhart helping a kindergarten student chart his goals. Holy Cross Catholic School, Defiance Ohio. #Greathappenshere!
(Catholic)
1745 S Clinton St
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 784-2021
Gr: PK-5 | 114 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Grace Bible Church
(Baptist)
2060 Jefferson Ave
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 782-6391
Gr: 3 | 4 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Defiance County, Ohio

Defiance County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
apSt. John Lutheran School (Closed 2025)
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
655 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 782-1751
Gr: PK-8 | 111 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
702 Washington Avenue
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 782-2751
Gr: 3-6 | 89 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Defiance County, OH?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Defiance County, OH is Holy Cross Catholic School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Defiance County?
2 private elementary schools are located in Defiance County.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Defiance County?
100% of private elementary schools in Defiance County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Catholic).

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