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Best Ohio Private Preschools Belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 173 private preschools belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) serving 54,220 students in Ohio. You can also find more schools membership associations in Ohio.
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) in Ohio include Gesu Elementary School, Gesu Elementary School, and Guardian Angels Elementary School.
The average tuition cost is $7,042, which is lower than the Ohio private preschool average tuition cost of $10,748.
100% of private preschools belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) in Ohio are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 173

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 173

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) in Ohio (2026-27)

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Gilmour Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 856 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 19
Catholic
34001 Cedar Rd
Gates Mills, OH 44040
(440) 473-8065
(1)
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St. Mary School
Gr: PK-8 | 219 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 24
Catholic
265 Baker Street
Berea, OH 44017
(440) 243-4555
(1)
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Bishop Flaget School
Gr: NS-8 | 213 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
570 Parsons Ave
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-2970
(1)
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Map of Bishop John King Mussio Elementary School
Bishop John King Mussio Elementary School
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students
Catholic
100 Etta Ave
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 264-2550
(1)
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Bishop Leibold School
Gr: PK-8 | 387 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Catholic
24 South 3rd St
Miamisburg, OH 45342
(937) 434-9343
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Bishop Leibold School
Gr: PK-8 | 405 students
Catholic
6666 Springboro Pike
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 434-9343
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Map of Blessed Sacrament School
Blessed Sacrament School
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students
Catholic
394 E Main St
Newark, OH 43055
(740) 575-6645
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Map of Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School
Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 401 students
Catholic
927 Ellison Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45226
(513) 321-1048
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Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School And Academy Photo
Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School And Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 503 students
Sports: 12
Catholic
3225 Pickle Road
Oregon, OH 43616
(419) 693-0465
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Map of Catholic Central
Catholic Central
Gr: PK-12 | 593 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 14
Catholic
1200 E High St
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 325-9204
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Catholic Central School
Gr: PK-12 | 457 students
Catholic
800 Lagonda Ave
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 325-9204
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Map of Communion Of Saints School
Communion Of Saints School
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 7
Catholic
2160 Stillman Rd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 932-4177
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Map of Divine Mercy School
Divine Mercy School
Gr: PK-6 | 73 students
Catholic
120 Arturus St
Payne, OH 45880
(419) 263-2114
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Map of Gesu Elementary School
Gesu Elementary School
Gr: NS-8 | 716 students
Catholic
2450 Miramar Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 932-0620
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Map of Gesu Elementary School
Gesu Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 441 students
Catholic
2045 Parkside Blvd
Toledo, OH 43607
(419) 536-5634
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Map of Guardian Angels Elementary School
Guardian Angels Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 512 students
Alternative School (Catholic)
6539 Beechmont Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 624-3141
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Map of Holy Angels Elementary School
Holy Angels Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 235 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
223 L Street
Dayton, OH 45409
(937) 229-5959
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Holy Cross Catholic School
Gr: PK-5 | 114 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
1745 S Clinton St
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 784-2021
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Map of Holy Family Catholic School
Holy Family Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 249 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Catholic
3001 Price Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45205
(513) 921-8483
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Map of Holy Family Parish School
Holy Family Parish School
Gr: PK-8 | 480 students
Catholic
3163 Kent Rd
Stow, OH 44224
(330) 688-3816
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) in Ohio?
The top ranked private preschools belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) in Ohio include Gesu Elementary School, Gesu Elementary School, and Guardian Angels Elementary School.
How many private preschools belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) are located in Ohio?
173 private preschools belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) are located in Ohio.
How much do private preschools belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) cost in Ohio?
The average tuition cost is $7,042, which is lower than the Ohio private school average tuition cost of $10,748.
How diverse are private preschools belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) in Ohio?
Ohio private preschools belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) are approximately 21% minority students, which is lower than the Ohio private school average of 23%.
What percentage of private preschools belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) are religiously affiliated in Ohio?
100% of private preschools belonging to National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) in Ohio are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
173
Private Schools
54,220
Students
$7,042
Avg. Tuition
21%
Students of Color
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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