St. Mary Elementary School Photo

Best Lancaster Private Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 private preschools serving 1,129 students in Lancaster, OH.
The top ranked private preschools in Lancaster, OH include St. Mary Elementary School and Fairfield Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio private preschool average acceptance rate of 84%.
80% of private preschools in Lancaster, OH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Lancaster Private Preschools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Fairfield Christian Academy
Fairfield Christian Academy Photo - Elementary Fun
(Christian)
1965 North Columbus Street
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 654-2889
Gr: PK-12 | 633 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 28 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary Elementary School
St. Mary Elementary School Photo
(Catholic)
309 E Chestnut St
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 654-1632
Gr: PK-8 | 252 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Faith Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
2610 W Fair Ave
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 653-1358
Gr: NS | 54 students
Lancaster Montessori School
Montessori School
(1)
1111 W Fair Ave
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 687-0592
Gr: PK-K | 28 students
Redeemer Lutheran Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1400 Concordia Dr
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 653-9727
Gr: PK-K | 162 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Lancaster, Ohio

Lancaster, Ohio Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1440 Ridge Rd Ne
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 687-0254
Gr: 1-11 | 11 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Lancaster, OH?
The top ranked private preschools in Lancaster, OH include St. Mary Elementary School and Fairfield Christian Academy.
How many private preschools are located in Lancaster?
5 private preschools are located in Lancaster.
How diverse are private preschools in Lancaster?
Lancaster private preschools are approximately 5% minority students, which is lower than the Ohio private school average of 23%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Lancaster?
80% of private preschools in Lancaster are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private preschools in Lancaster are often viewed compared to one another?

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