For the 2023-24 school year, there are 2,032 private schools serving 330,466 students in Texas (there are 9,179 public schools, serving 5,427,148 students). 6% of all K-12 students in Texas are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $10,255 for elementary schools and $11,694 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Texas include Liberty Christian School, The Clariden School and Trinity Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 85% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 41% and the student:teacher ratio is 11:1.
Top Ranked Texas Private Schools by County (2023-24)
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Texas?
The best top ranked private schools in Texas include Liberty Christian School, The Clariden School and Trinity Christian School.
How many private schools are located in Texas?
2,032 private schools are located in Texas.
How much do private schools cost in Texas?
The average private school tuition in Texas is $10,255 for elementary schools and $11,694 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Texas?
Texas private schools are approximately 41% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Texas go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Texas are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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