For the 2025 school year, there are 5 private preschools serving 1,374 students in Elyria, OH.
The top ranked private preschools in Elyria, OH include Open Door Christian Schools-add S and St. Jude School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Ohio private preschool average acceptance rate of 84%.
Top Ranked Elyria Private Preschools (2025)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8287 West Ridge Road
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 322-6386
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 322-6386
Grades: PK-12
| 556 students
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Daycare / Preschool
1216 Abbe Rd. North
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 366-6890
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 366-6890
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
First Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
11400 Lagrange Rd
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 458-5185
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 458-5185
Grades: PK-12
| 161 students
St. Mary Elementary School
(Catholic)
237 4th St
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 322-2808
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 322-2808
Grades: PK-8
| 180 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private preschools in Elyria, OH?
The top ranked private preschools in Elyria, OH include Open Door Christian Schools-add S and St. Jude School.
How many private preschools are located in Elyria?
5 private preschools are located in Elyria.
How diverse are private preschools in Elyria?
Elyria private preschools are approximately 11% minority students, which is lower than the Ohio private school average of 23%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Elyria?
Which private preschools in Elyria are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private preschools in Elyria include: St. Mary Elementary School vs. St. Jude School, St. Jude School vs. St. Mary Elementary School
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