For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private elementary schools serving 118 students in Defiance, OH.
The top ranked private elementary school in Defiance, OH is Holy Cross Catholic School.
Top Ranked Defiance 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! 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
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 784-2021
Gr: PK-5 | 114 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Defiance, Ohio 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
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
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 782-2751
Gr: 3-6 | 89 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Defiance, OH?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Defiance, OH is Holy Cross Catholic School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Defiance?
2 private elementary schools are located in Defiance.
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