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Best Oklahoma Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 227 private schools serving 41,518 students in Oklahoma (there are 1,783 public schools, serving 701,586 students). 6% of all K-12 students in Oklahoma are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
The average private school tuition is $8,264 for elementary schools and $9,403 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Oklahoma include Holland Hall, Bishop Kelley High School, Inc. and Bishop Mcguinness Catholic High School.
The average acceptance rate is 88% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 26% and the student:teacher ratio is 11:1.
74% of schools are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Oklahoma Private Schools by County (2024-25)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
62
15,168
9%
70
16,950
13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Oklahoma?
The best top ranked private schools in Oklahoma include Holland Hall, Bishop Kelley High School, Inc. and Bishop Mcguinness Catholic High School.
How many private schools are located in Oklahoma?
227 private schools are located in Oklahoma.
How much do private schools cost in Oklahoma?
The average private school tuition in Oklahoma is $8,264 for elementary schools and $9,403 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma private schools are approximately 26% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Oklahoma go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Oklahoma are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Oklahoma?
74% of private schools in Oklahoma are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private schools in Oklahoma are often viewed compared to one another?

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